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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Kona Coffee Living History Farm
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Aloha room

1 Queen Bed

Garden suite

1 King Bed

Lanai master suite

1 King Bed

Moroccan room

2 Single Beds

Palm room

1 Queen Bed

Poolside master suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest bath

Lanai master bath

Pool side bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel!

Pu'u Mahana Plantation is the perfect destination for vacations and celebrations. Our hosted property lies in the heart of the coffee district, a secluded tropical estate offering guests a tranquil setting, 7 acres of manicured avocado and citrus trees, and lush borders for plenty of privacy! Six bedrooms and 4 baths comfortably sleep 12 adults. Infinity pool and hot tub, outdoor seating, and tiki torches offer the perfect place to enjoy the tropical sun & colorful sunsets!

* Enjoy the convenience of early check-in at 1 PM to start your vacation right away.

* Free of charge and upon request, first morning brunch is served by Chef Jeni. Enjoy tropical fruits, juices, and breads.

* This spacious haven features six bedrooms, including three ocean view suites.

* Designed for ultimate comfort, our rooms offer private, restful spaces without cramming in extra beds.

* Embrace outdoor living with pocket doors that open the entire house to a stunning stone patio.

* Lounge by the pool during the day, sip cocktails at sunset, and enjoy a soothing soak in the hot tub at night.

* Over seven acres of beautifully manicured orchards, and a corral shared by our sheep and free-range chickens.

* Check our calendar for availability or make an inquiry if your dates aren't showing—we’re happy to assist!

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Master Suite – Luxurious Oceanview Escape
Perched on the 2nd floor, the Master Suite offers 360-degree views of the ocean, pool, orchard, ohia forest, and mountains. With a boudoir feel, warm brown and blue decor, and subtle mermaid touches, this serene space includes a king-size bed, sitting area, and big screen TV. The exquisite bathroom, open to the bedroom, is designed for couples with double lavatories, custom cabinets, and a double-head shower for two. Relax on your private lanai and enjoy the unparalleled views—perfect for a romantic escape!

Surf Suite – Spacious Poolside Paradise
Relax in the Surf Suite, a spacious retreat with tropical surf-themed decor features a king-size bed, walk-in closet, sitting area, and 50" TV for ultimate comfort. Retractable glass doors open to the pool on one side and to stunning west-facing views on the other, making it perfect for sunset watching. With an attached full bath and shower, this room offers a relaxing blend of indoor-outdoor living, ideal for a peaceful getaway!

Garden Suite – Secluded Oceanview Retreat
Escape to the Garden Suite, a peaceful hideaway 50 feet from the main house. This charming space features calming blue decor, king-size bed, full en suite bath, and kitchenette for your convenience. Enjoy stunning views of the garden and ocean from your private retreat, perfect for those seeking quiet and solitude!

Aloha Room – Cozy Tropical Escape
Enjoy privacy and island vibes in the Aloha Room, attached to the main house with its own entrance. This cozy space features tropical decor, a queen-size bed, and French doors that open to a backyard oasis. Sip your morning Kona Coffee on your private patio, surrounded by lush greenery. Perfect for a peaceful retreat and full of Aloha!

Moroccan Room – Colorful Retreat
Located off the main living area, the Moroccan Room boasts vibrant decor in pinks, purples, blues, and gold, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere. With two twin beds that can be converted to a king upon request, it's a great space for your keiki or flexible for couples. The room has access to a shared full bath with the Palm Room. Ideal for a comfortable and colorful stay!

Palm Room – Serene Tropical Escape
Located off the main living area, the Palm Room features calming palm tree decor and a relaxing atmosphere. It includes a queen-size bed, making it an excellent choice for parents with keiki in the adjacent Moroccan Room. The room also has access to a shared full bath with the Moroccan Room. A serene and comfortable retreat for families or couples alike!

Living Area – Inviting Asian-Inspired Oasis
Relax in our spacious living area, featuring elegant Asian-inspired decor and a stereo system throughout. Retractable glass doors open to the pool, patio, and outdoor dining area, all facing west for stunning sunset views. Enjoy after-dinner conversations on a comfortable sofa and elegant Lazy Boy chairs, or lounge on the wraparound built-in bench seating offering serene views of the backyard and mountain slopes. A perfect space to unwind and soak in the tranquil surroundings!

Chef’s Kitchen – Gourmet Haven
Step into our gourmet kitchen, a paradise for cooking enthusiasts! Equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero fridge, two dishwashers, gas stove, double oven, and microwave, it’s designed for culinary excellence. A spacious island with seating and a stunning imported acacia wood dining table for 8 set the stage for memorable meals. Step outside to fire up the Weber propane grill for your BBQ masterpieces. This fully stocked kitchen also boasts a dedicated workspace for planning meals or adventures, a herb garden just beyond the open windows, and a 50" TV for your entertainment. Perfect for creating delicious dishes and unforgettable experiences!

Laundry Room – Stylish and Functional
Conveniently located just off the kitchen, our laundry room features top-end Samsung washer and dryer for effortless laundry days. Complete with an ironing board and a beverage refrigerator, it ensures your drinks stay chilled and within reach. A blend of style and practicality, this space is designed to make your chores as easy and convenient as possible.

Our Grounds – Tropical Paradise
Situated on 7 acres, one mile up from Hwy 11, our gated property offers complete privacy and beautifully manicured grounds. Explore over 80 avocado trees, coffee trees, and a variety of fruit trees at your leisure. Enclosed by a lava rock wall, the property features a pool and hot tub with breathtaking ocean views. Enjoy evenings by the pool illuminated by tiki torches, perfect for entertaining or relaxing under the tropical sun. Immerse yourself in the serenity and beauty of this lush, secluded oasis.

Climate – Ideal Year-Round Comfort
Experience perfect weather with daytime temperatures ranging from 24-27°C (75-80°F) and nighttime temperatures between 16-24°C (60-75°F). Situated at 1800 feet elevation, you'll enjoy refreshing morning breezes from the mountain and cooling evening breezes from the ocean. Ceiling fans in every room ensure a consistently pleasant environment. Be prepared for the occasional light rain shower, adding to the lush, tropical ambiance. Enjoy year-round comfort and natural beauty in this ideal climate!

Capacity – Comfortable and Spacious
The main house comfortably sleeps 10 guests, featuring 2 king beds, 2 queen beds, and 2 twin beds. The detached Garden Room adds space for 2 more adults, bringing the total to 12. We are happy to accommodate up to two more keiki. The property includes six bedrooms in total and four bathrooms, ensuring ample space and comfort for everyone.

What We Provide – Your Comfort and Convenience
We provide everything you need for a comfortable stay, including bed linens, beach towels, shower and laundry supplies. Enjoy our outdoor equipment such as beach chairs, coolers, toys, boogie boards, and snorkeling gear. Stay connected with wireless internet and enjoy TV with Spectrum cable and Prime streaming. We also supply bottled drinking water and encourage you to use our refillable water containers (or your own) to help reduce plastic waste on the island. Your comfort and the environment are our priorities!

Additional Concierge Services - Tailored to Your Needs
Enhance your stay with our exclusive concierge services. Enjoy a delightful first-morning breakfast (free of charge), have your groceries expertly stocked before you arrive, or indulge in the luxury of our private chef creating gourmet meals just for you. These personalized touches are available upon request, ensuring your experience is seamless and tailored to your every need.

Feel free to reach out with any questions to ensure your perfect vacation! Visit puumahanaplantation for more about our property and farm offerings.

Mahalo nui!

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool is accessible from house, kids require care
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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
No outdoor noise after 10pm per Hawaii County Law.
Guests must request permission for outside vendors and visitors (private chefs, caterers, entertainers, nannies, etc).
We do allow events (weddings, family gatherings, etc) on a case-by-case basis. Contact us directly if desiring an event of any kind.

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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
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-016-029-1328-01, TA-016-029-1328-01

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captain Cook

Located in Captain Cook, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Kona Country Club and Holua Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Keauhou Shopping Center and Kona Farmers Market. Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden and Greenwell Farms are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and mountain biking.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Kailua Pier - 24 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 49 min drive - 57.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Kona Coffee Mill & Museum - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kona Chips - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! ?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! on 31 Mar 2026 start from AU$1,750, 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 Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanview, private pool, 5 acres of avocados! Gorgeous coffee district jewel! located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kona Coffee Living History Farm and Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden. H.N. Greenwell Store Museum and Kona Historical Society Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully stocked with appliances, pots, pans, serveware, you name it. We enjoyed cooking meals at home for the family. The property is gorgeous and the fruit growing on the property were a wonderful bonus. The pictures don't do this place justice! The house is much larger than it appears and the view is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great. Very peaceful. Greatly enjoyed the stay. Would absolutely rent again. Several times during the stay our host checked in on us to make sure everything was going smooth. Only issue we had was first night finding the property we got lost a little bit back tracked and followed the host directions better. Would absolutely rent again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Really Great Time!

If you are lookig to really enjoy Hawaii then this is the house to do it in! It is private, relaxing and imagine enjoying sunesets each night by the pool and each morning waking to an avairy setting. Jeni is great to work with and this setting does not disappoint!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danika P.

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

Location and pool are the highlights

The ever-so slightly out of town location made for a relaxing, peaceful day to day living. You feel alone with your group on the property - allowing for a serene experience. House is large, lots of space, never felt cramped. It's a bit older house, which means slightly dated aspects - but not in a way that made the stay uncomfortable. The property managers were available when we had an issues and they were resolved without any overhead from us. Thanks for a lovely big-island stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Beautiful Home

This home provided all the amenities we had been told to expect There were coolers and beach equipment, a great pool. tiki lights, and plenty of room. The kitchen was fully equipped and plenty of parking space. The grounds are very nice with avocadoes, papaya and palms. The location is within fifteen minutes of three beaches and easy to get to Highway 11 which circles the island. The driveway to the house is narrow but paved and the directions to access the property are excellent. The home easily accommodates a large family, couples and singles. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the owner is very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

judy m.

Hillside Paradise

Our family of nine, two generations, had a wonderful experience for our first visit to Hawaii; this home was the icing on the cake! We spent time exploring/snorkeling/shopping during many of the ten days. But the quiet time just walking the five acres of orchards, eating meals outside with the glorious sunsets and swimming in the wonderful pool was probably the best part. We could have just stayed there at the beautiful home and not done the sightseeing things - it was a sweet private resort all its own! We enjoyed the delicious avocados and other fruit we could pick daily. The house is set up so that the two grandkids roomed with their parents in the upper Master and had their privacy for naps, etc. The other rooms were perfect for the older kids; the extra Master BR/Bath was nice for my wife and I. We hope to book Pu'u Mahana annually for our family and will be recommending it to all of our friends as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette A.

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

Simply stunning

We celebrated my 50th birthday on Father’s Day with our kids and grandkids. The pictures on VRBO do not do justice for how stunning this property is. My experience with most properties is that the pictures always look better than the actual. TOTAL OPPOSITE in this case. My kids arrived at the property first and said we don’t even have to leave. Such a paradise is an understatement. We had more than enough room to be together without feeling crammed in. The open windows, speakers to easily connect to, kitchen to cook and play games and create beautiful memories will stay with our family forever. Watering plants and caring for the pool and hot tub made it feel like home. The road up to the house became a crowd favorite, as there was always something new to see. Exploring the island was wonderful, but coming “home” was always an ahhhh moment. Communication with Jeni was super easy. The only hard thing was leaving. I will definitely book this again and recommend a stay here. We had absolutely everything we needed. Thank you for opening up your home. Jeni story is beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Wonderful, beautiful home

We had the best time at this home. It was perfect for our group of 9 adults, 2 toddlers. The house was large enough for all of us to be together and yet have our own space. We overindulged on the delicious avocados, cooked family meals in the huge kitchen, and enjoyed nights under the stars in the pool and hot tub. This is one of the nicest vacation homes we had ever stayed in and we were all sad to leave. Being up on the volcano meant we had a wonderful view of sunsets and the stars. It was great to have the privacy of home. As one of the other reviewers mentioned, it is colder up on the volcano than down by the beach but we enjoyed the cooler temperatures (especially compared to the negative temperatures back home). Kona was full of things to do and Captain Cook was a fun town for shopping and eating. We were there over New Year's Eve and the fireworks all over the island were spectacular to watch from poolside. The owner Jeni was always available if we needed her. I really recommend this home for a big group looking to enjoy a trip to the Big Island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Stunning view, quiet retreat, perfect for family!

Our week-long stay at Pu'u Mahana Plantation was wonderful! We brought three generations of family -- kids/teens through grandparents. First and foremost, the views are stunning!! It doesn't matter where you are standing at the house, you are surrounded by such natural beauty! We appreciated having several bedroom options and places to gather inside/out. The kitchen is fully stocked and had everything we could have wanted for preparing and enjoying meals. Jeni provides so many items to make the stay comfortable such as beach towels, coolers, boogie boards, board games. The pool and patio area was gorgeous day and night --- full ocean views during the day and beautifully lit up with torches and lights at night. Walking the property was a peaceful activity each day -- it feels like a true getaway. There is truly a "symphony" of sounds surrounding you - birds, frogs and more. We liked the area of Captain Cook - access to good snorkeling, fun local places to eat, and friendly people at the farmer's market. Jeni was a great host and responded quickly to any questions we had.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve B.

Lovely home

We had a wonderful visit to the Big Island and Jeni’s home was a delight. Everything was well maintained and the house and grounds are beautiful. The little town of Captain Cook was a quick trip for supplies, and the proximity to terrific snorkeling was a daily joy. We loved picking avocados, starfruit and lemons and cooking in the well stocked kitchen. The sunsets are amazing from the house! Jeni was a responsive and gracious host. Our family of nine appreciated the opportunity to share her wonderful home.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

brad e.

A beautiful home, with much neglect.

We stayed at this beautiful home 5 years ago, and had a great experience. Since that time, it appears that the owners have given up on guest satisfaction and home maintenance. The yard appears un-mowed for a month, and there is an absolute mountain of garbage and recyclables behind the garage, stinking and drawing flies, feral cats, and who knows what else. The biggest problem was the refrigerator, which apparently has not been working properly for a while, since all the home instructions warn guests to close the fridge tightly. We were diligent about that, yet it still only got to 50 degrees F at most times. Our daughter had stomach issues for the last two days there and two days at our next house, very likely from eating food that was spoiled. One of the requirements was that guests had to wash and dry bath towels before leaving, a very difficult task when you are showering and packing to get out by 10:00 AM. The cookware and glassware (plastic) is very poor, not what you would expect at these prices. I hope the owners take more interest in this home, it's a great place with so much to offer. Sad to see it in this state of neglect.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip p.

Beautiful property with excellent ammenities!

had a very enjoyable 2 week stay with extended family, including 3 toddlers. Jeni was always available to assist with issues, questions - not that many arose. The property is located welcomingly in the hills to provide just enough buffer to be away from the hustle-bustle, but close enough to a grocery store and other essentials to make the stay very enjoyable. The house was also stocked with every imaginable amenity, including a pack-n-play for our youngest, Would definitely stay again. Mahalo!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Perfect for multiple family get away.

The house was great and loved the open sliding doors. Anything you may need is there. It is secluded and nightly climate is cool and soothing. The house is spread out and beautiful to sit by the pool to visit with family or watch children swim. Would recommend all the way. Very close grocery stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

exactly what was needed...

This is simply an amazing property tucked into a great corner of the Big Island. It gives the right amount of privacy while maintaining easy access to the area (which has some of the friendliest people).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dallas b.

Wonderful place to stay

My wife and I stayed here with our 3 sons and their families. We had just as much fun and relaxation here at the house as we did anywhere on the island. We spent 2 days at the house without leaving, just swimming, picking lemons to make fresh squeezed lemonade, picking avacados and just laying in the sun. The pool and hot tub were great. There were no mosquitoes or any other unwelcomed bugs to bother us. I will admit that the roosters crowing at 4:00AM woke us up earlier then we wanted to get up, but our 3 year old grand daughter sure loved watching the chickens and the baby chicks. The grounds were well kept up and the house was very clean with lots of room for 10 people. If we ever come back to the big island with a group of friends or family we would definitely stay here again without any hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni O.

Beautiful home! Private and Jeni is an AWESOME Homeowner!

We stayed for 2 weeks in Jeni's house. It has everything you need to enjoy the beautiful Big Island. She is a Great homeowner and was available anytime we needed anything! We will be returning to this house for sure!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet H.

A great property for our group and our escape from winter

Our group of 11 stayed at Pu’u Mahana during the Feb break 2018. Jeni was great to deal with from when we booked in and right through our stay. She had lots of tips and information for us in her welcome package, and was very easy to get in touch with if we had any questions while were there. The weather on the Big Island was mostly rainy during our stay and we did a lot of touring around the island. The hot tub and pool were great at the end of the day. There were a few technical issues with the wifi and couple of other minor maintenance issues. Jeni had them dealt with as soon as she could. The cat that came to visit quickly made friends. Our girls named her Mary Margaret for the week. The lemon tree was full of ripe lemons and the avocados also were in season. Nice that we could make use of them while we were there. Lots of room, the bedrooms are suites on their own. All of us could gather in the kitchen for coffee/breakfast in the morning and not be crowded. The rental vehicle had GPS and it took us to the address, it was good that we got there in the daylight because the property is back up the mountain and down a quiet country trail. It would have been tricky to find in the dark but again, all the directions were in the welcome package. I would recommend Pu’u Mahana to other families that are looking to stay near the Kona side of the Big Island. Janet H Alberta Canada
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

Christmas vacation

Wow! That really is the first way to start. Jeni was great to work with. Her home is completely set up for you to have the.best time. The pool was amazing. The house was built for you to experience the best sun sets I have ever seen. Every bedroom was decorated to perfection. The pictures that Jeni provided us, were great. However the pictures didn’t come close to showing how incredible her home was. Everyone in my family woke up every day to say wow. If I could give ten stars I would. I can’t thank Jeni enough for letting us share her home. Anybody looking to rent a house on the big Island, should try very hard to rent this home. We were able too create the BEST CHRISTMAS VACATION MEMORIES WE WILL EVER HAVE. I recommend this home very highly. Thank you so very much. Daniel Ellis and Family
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Amazing!

Everything about the place was better than the pictures suggest. Jeni was a pleasure to work with. We had a large family group in support of my sister competing in the Ironman. We had plenty of space. The kitchen, living space and pool/outdoor area is much bigger than expected. The master suites were awesome. The kids loved the pool and we had plenty of fresh avocados every day for everyone to make sandwiches and guac. There's a grocery store within 5-10 minutes and an amazing wrap/smoothie place Loko Wraps. The coffee shack is another recommended nearby stop. We would definitely stay here again if there weren't so many other amazing undiscovered locations in this world. Our only recommendation would be updated pillows and linens for at least the upstairs suite. Other than that A+
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

KATHY T.

Secluded Paradise

I can't begin to put in words this beautiful retreat. If you want a secluded piece of paradise and just want to relax without the tourist hassle, this it the place. Still close to tourist activity but only if you wish to partake in that type of activity. Great for family retreat with room for all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Vincent B.

Impressive property.

The property was beautiful and the house was beautiful and well equipped. The location was good for exploring all over the island and was convenient for beaches, especially Magic Sand beach which I would highly Recommend. House had an amazing pool and all the amenities you would need. The only small draw back would be the spotty water pressure - sometime the water pressure would drop, especially if a few people were showering at the seams time. I would recommend this property.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

Amazing experience!!

We loved our stay at Captain Cook. The flora, the temperature, the beautiful home, pool, hot tub and plenty of room for our family and extended family. My first time in Hawaii, and it couldn't have been a better experience or more beautiful property!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Absolutely Wonderful

Jeni, your home was wonderful. We all enjoyed our stay, enjoying the pool, hot tub, 5 acres of avocados and fruit trees, chickens and roosters, views and comfortable surroundings. Our time here far exceeded our expectations. Your home accommodated a large family and we would recommend to anyone. Your home showed the same aloha spirit we found on the island. Loved the big island too.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

william c.

great location

Celebrated our 50th anniversary with our family members and found that with renting the optional room, the house accommodated 8 adults and three children very well. The weather at this elevation was perfect - without the beach side humidity! The house is close to many beaches and excellent snorkeling and also an easy day trip to Volcano National Park. The swimming pool and hot tub were perfect and this old man was quite content to relax around pool while the younger among us took off for various exciting forays. Luaus at the various resorts are close enough to enjoy as well. Our only real complaint was that the garbage cans were nearly all full when we arrived and we had to take recyclables to a recycling center near the airport in order to have disposal space. The trash was not emptied the entire time we were there. Also, it is now 5 weeks since we were there and no word on a security deposit refund as of this date. This delay can be possibly be attributed to the holidays and we all are extremely busy at this time. OUR FAMILY MEMBERS ALL WANT TO RETURN IN 2017 AND WE ARE NOW LOOKING AT THE CHRISTMAS-NEW YEAR TIME FRAME.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Best vacation spot!

Where do I start? Getting to the property was an adventure to be remembered. A one lane (paved) road up the mountain took us through awesome tropical greenery. Just when you thought you’d passed the property and would end up lost in the jungle, the gate to the property appears! Driving up the tree-lined drive just made us more excited about our stay. The property is gorgeous, and the house is really cool. The pool is nice and warm with water falls over the edge, black bottom and honu mosaics. We spent most of our time in the pool during the day. When our friends would head into town, my wife and I enjoyed a little nude sunbathing! The patio was great for dinner, drinks, and a sunset dip in the hot tub. The outdoor grill and tiki torches were a nice touch. We had two masters bedrooms and a nearby ohana room which gave us plenty of private time, all three having great views. Waking up to a chorus of birds every morning reminded you where you were. The beds were super high quality and, according to my wife, the house was beautifully decorated. We enjoyed the huge kitchen and made sure we got lots of fresh seafood from Costco and produce from the farmers markets (one was on Saturdays right by the house). We had a few issues with the dishwasher but the owner was quick to respond. Everything else was perfect! Jeni made the process easy and was super helpful to share information about the area and offer recommendations. This house was easily big enough for 10 people but I’ll tell you we enjoyed being three couples just lodging about. We ventured out to a few beaches (lots of beach supplies were provided), had dinner at a cool restaurant called Holuakoa Café, lunched in town at Humpy’s and Huggo’s, and grabbed beers at the Harbor House in Honokohau Marina. Kona Brewery is another great place but get there early or you will wait forever. All in all, probably one of our best vacations! When we come back to the islands, this is where we will come. If we could give it 10 stars we would.

About the host

Hosted by Jeni Herberger

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A native Californian, Big Island Hawaii was a perfect home for my family for many years! We raised our family in this beautiful home nestled in the slopes of Mauna Loa and now have the joy of sharing it with others. Enjoy our paradise!

Why they chose this property

Kona has long been a favorite place of ours and when the opportunity presented itself for us to relocate, this was our first choice. We fell in love with the home, the land and the peace and beauty the property offers.

What makes this property unique

Our friends, guests and ohana tell us they don't want to leave the property once they arrive. Everything you could imagine is right there; a resort-style pool, outdoor living space, acres of fruit trees, an open house with incredible decor and a gourmet kitchen! Simply ono!

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