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Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage
Beachfront cottage with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Kamuela, HI
- Place, Puako Beach5 min walk
- Place, Mauna Kea Beach10 min drive
- Place, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area13 min drive
- Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)38 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
2 Single Beds
Ohana (Guest Cottage)
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer · Outdoor shower
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage
Your oceanfront authentic Hawaii vacation destination awaits you! The Reef House is a perfect place to get away from it all. With breathtaking views, a paradise of snorkeling at your back door and a lush tropical yard to relax in and soak it all in. Ideally located, this charming cottage sits right on the water in the laid back village of Puako. With breathtaking sunsets, easy access to the turquoise blue waters and swaying palm trees in the ocean breeze.
This property can be rented as a 2 bedroom/2 bath that sleeps 4 adults and 2 children. OR (discounts offered) for smaller groups, you can have just the 1b/1b oceanfront cottage that sleeps 2 adults, with room for 2 children on the punee (daybeds) in the spacious living room.
The charming Cottage has a queen bed with quality linens, where you will be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the ocean. There is a full kitchen well-equipped with everything you need to cook from home. A spacious living room with comfortable furnishings and an oceanfront dining room with seating for 6 on the antique Hawaiian koa wood dining table. The bathroom offers an adjacent outdoor shower for the unique Puako style experience.
A separate 1b/1b Ohana unit allows for 2 more adults. The Ohana offers a king bed that faces the ocean with an attached bathroom and outdoor shower. Sip your coffee from the outdoor dining table while enjoying the expansive ocean view framed by palm trees. The water will invite you to jump in for a morning dip with the turtles and fish or stroll along the shoreline to explore the sandy/lava rock tidal pools.
Puako is a historic little oceanside community situated on the Kohala Coast between all the island's most popular white sand beaches and world class resorts. Hapuna Beach (one of the top rate white sand beaches in the world) is just a 5 minute drive away. Excellent shopping and dining are all within a 10 minute drive from the house.
You can take a short walk to the Puako General Store to get snacks and refreshments or cruise along the drive to the popular surf spot (in the Winter months) at the end of the road. Puako is a slow paced, friendly neighborhood perfect for families with kids and those seeking a casual experience with a hint of old Hawaii.
The owners spend part of the year (generally between January-April) in the upstairs portion of the Ohana unit. They are a quiet, friendly couple that are available for quests questions and needs. However when they are there, they will respect your privacy and you will still have complete access to the outdoor areas of the property.
Transient Accommodations# TA 024-373-4528-01
Starting January 1, 2026, Hawaii's Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) will increase from 10.25% to 11%. All guests booking in advance for 2026 reservations will be charged for the increased tax rate once it goes into effect.
This property can be rented as a 2 bedroom/2 bath that sleeps 4 adults and 2 children. OR (discounts offered) for smaller groups, you can have just the 1b/1b oceanfront cottage that sleeps 2 adults, with room for 2 children on the punee (daybeds) in the spacious living room.
The charming Cottage has a queen bed with quality linens, where you will be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the ocean. There is a full kitchen well-equipped with everything you need to cook from home. A spacious living room with comfortable furnishings and an oceanfront dining room with seating for 6 on the antique Hawaiian koa wood dining table. The bathroom offers an adjacent outdoor shower for the unique Puako style experience.
A separate 1b/1b Ohana unit allows for 2 more adults. The Ohana offers a king bed that faces the ocean with an attached bathroom and outdoor shower. Sip your coffee from the outdoor dining table while enjoying the expansive ocean view framed by palm trees. The water will invite you to jump in for a morning dip with the turtles and fish or stroll along the shoreline to explore the sandy/lava rock tidal pools.
Puako is a historic little oceanside community situated on the Kohala Coast between all the island's most popular white sand beaches and world class resorts. Hapuna Beach (one of the top rate white sand beaches in the world) is just a 5 minute drive away. Excellent shopping and dining are all within a 10 minute drive from the house.
You can take a short walk to the Puako General Store to get snacks and refreshments or cruise along the drive to the popular surf spot (in the Winter months) at the end of the road. Puako is a slow paced, friendly neighborhood perfect for families with kids and those seeking a casual experience with a hint of old Hawaii.
The owners spend part of the year (generally between January-April) in the upstairs portion of the Ohana unit. They are a quiet, friendly couple that are available for quests questions and needs. However when they are there, they will respect your privacy and you will still have complete access to the outdoor areas of the property.
Transient Accommodations# TA 024-373-4528-01
Starting January 1, 2026, Hawaii's Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) will increase from 10.25% to 11%. All guests booking in advance for 2026 reservations will be charged for the increased tax rate once it goes into effect.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TA-024-373-4528-01, GE-024-373-4528-01, 3690030090000
About the area
Puako
Located in Kamuela, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course.
Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkelling and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Kamuela, HI
What's nearby
- Puako Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Waialea Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 km
- Mauna Kea Beach - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
- Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 2.3 km
- Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 13 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - 18 min walk
- Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - 11 min drive
- Mauna Lani Coffee Company - 11 min drive
- CanoeHouse - 13 min drive
- Hālani - 13 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Leilani Olson
Leilani is born and raised here on Hawaii Island. She grew up in Puako and began managing vacation rentals alongside her mother “AlohaDebbie” from a young age. She has been a licenses Realtor here in Hawaii since 2005 and a Broker since 2015 when she opened Leilani Properties LLC®. From sales to property management, she has the knowledge and background to operate at high level of competency with integrity. She handles just a handful of boutique properties on the island, where she is available to give her guests and clients excellent service with Aloha.
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