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Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach!

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A coastal property with a house surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with a wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a residential building.
A spacious living area with a round dining table, comfortable seating, and a kitchen in the background.
A wooden gate with a stone wall and a small water feature.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Puako Beach

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Waialea Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Puako

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is near 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 scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Map
Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Waialea Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puako Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Puako Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 10 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hico - Hawaiian Coffee - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Juice 101 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hālani - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach!?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach! on 12 Nov 2026 start from AU$6,094, 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.

How much is parking at Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Open Nov & Dec dated $100 off the normal nightly rate! AC, walk to beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Waialea Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Mauna Kea Beach. Puako Bay and Puako Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We love Waialea Bay and Honu

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Mary and Marley at 2Papayas are the best! We had to make adjustments due to Hurricane Lala, and they made sure our vacation was wonderful. We have been coming here for years, and will continue to do so. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Honu House at Waimea Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time. The house was beautiful- clean, well stocked and comfortable
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location location

Best place to be on that section of coastWould return
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best

This is the best location in Kona. The beach has shade trees, a perfect reef and is never crowded. Truly a gem.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Thank you so much, Daniel. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the location, beach and ocean. We hope to have you back for a future stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay !

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: it's a great place to relax and have fun with the family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than advertised

From start to finish, every detail was looked after. The house and location were perfect. It was actually better than advertised.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

January-grab some sunshine 2020

A very nice clean house in a great location. 60 secs walking from the beach Super bbq Great instructional book with house and excellent recommendations for golf and restaurants. We’d go again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy that you enjoyed the recommendations. We would love to have you back for any future travels.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A little piece of heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great place for two couples. Nicely appointed, well located.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Home, Location, and Host!

We had a wonderful time in this absolutely stunning home. Our host Mary was the most accommodating host we have ever had on VRBO. She was so helpful and all the tips for restaurants and activities were spot on. The location is incredible and steps away from a one of the best beaches (Beach 69) on the island! The entire trip was magic! We will for sure return to this home or look to 2 Papayas for other locations they host. Book this place, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the extra touches- a well-appointed kitchen and outdoor shower with hot water (my wife really appreciated that). A code door lock and a 2-minute walk to beach eliminates the need to carry keys, etc. while snorkeling. It was heavenly to get up in the morning and go snorkeling without having to drive somewhere. We saw some healthy coral and lots of different fish- more than we ever see at Honolua Bay in Maui. The property was secure, clean and well maintained. Beds were very comfortable and we much appreciated the air conditioning in the bedrooms! We BBQed Ono that we bought from the local fish market about 10 minutes away- better than the fancy restaurants at the resorts. Great communication with the host, Mary. She helped us navigate between two hurricanes: LaLa and Lowell, fortunately avoiding the bad weather. We provided some minor maintenance to do's: a burned-out lightbulb and a water filter replacement indicator. We are already planning a return next year. Mahalo!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your review and kinds words. We are so happy that you enjoyed yourselves at the property and that you are planning a return. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

I am hesitant to share how perfect the location was (especially for me traveling with 3 teen girls), as it could make it harder to book in the future... The check in process, house and location were perfect. I didn't really want to leave the house and we walked to the beach multiple times a day. Loved everything about it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Awe, thank you so much for the wonderful review. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you can return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Home is located in great area for restaurants and beaches. One of the best beaches is just a couple hundred feet on sand path from back gate. Really quite neighborhood. Nice home with very helpful owner and property management company. Home has lots of beach gear for guest use. Made for a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We are happy that you enjoyed your time and beach. We would love to have you back for any future travels.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peace and Quiet

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We like the quiet and privacy of this home. It is only a short stroll to the lovely beach. It is ideal for two couples but fine for one.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another wonderful Big Island gateaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Being a returning vacationer I had high expectations, which were exceeded. From booking to arrival to departure everything went smooth. Also Mary from 2Papayas went above and beyond for helping make this trip memorable!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best of the Big Island!

The Honu House was by far the nicest rental we’ve stayed at in HI. The location can’t be beat. The house was spotless upon our arrival, the beds comfy. Honu had everything we could want or need. Want gorgeous sunsets? This is the place to be! Fresh Meyers limes grown just outside the front door for your papayas and mai tais? They’re here! Perfect weather, lovely trade winds, adorable geckos on the lanai,so many birds! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the review. We are glad to hear you found the home had everything you needed and more. We hope you can join us for another stay in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect spot for two couples or a family of 4-5.

My boyfriend and I stayed here for a week with another couple. We loved the layout of the house. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and is on the opposite sides of the main living room and kitchen, so it feels separated and private. The balcony is lovely and the grounds are beautiful. It’s a two minute walk to the most beautiful secluded bay. The beach has soft sand, plenty of shade and incredible snorkeling. One of our favorite features is the outdoor shower, which has warm water! The house is beautifully decorated and Mary is a dream to work with. Very communicative and accommodating! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

No more resorts for us

This lovely home sits minutes from the beach. The kitchen is well-equipped with new appliances. The bedrooms are private and the lanai is cozy...it's where I fell asleep every night listening to the waves. The yard is pleasant and there is an outdoor shower area. The decor is laid-back, upscale, and beachy which kept me from missing a resort altogether. We had space and the convenience of a carport. The beach is shady and less busy than the neighboring Hapuna. Great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hona House in June

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It has been a bucket list item to stay on Beach 69 since we were first there 20 years ago. While Hona isn’t directly on the water it was a calm and quiet garden oasis, and a 1 minute walk on a shady path to the beach. The beds were comfortable and we didn’t need to use the A/C during our stay. Mary was very attentive and responsive. It was a lovely week!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Every Time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We only stay with 2Papayas on the Big Island. Mary & Marley have provided excellent properties and service for years. We stay with them every year. I'm not sure how many times we've stayed at Honu House, but it's in the double digits at this point. The house is spotless, well-stocked, and very comfortable.We super appreciate the fragrance-free cleaning and laundry products. Any minor issues are handled immediately. The location is unbeatable. We barely left the house/beach in our 3-week stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Honu review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a great experience. We have rented from Mary fox over 10 times and she and her staff are awsome. We had an incredible time in a great house. Thanks 2 Papayas.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another Perfect Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at Honu House multiple times and it is always perfect! The location is paradise - we spend most of our vacations between the house and the beach. No need to go anywhere else! We love eating on the lanai. The house is spotless with very comfortable beds, good pillows, a well-stocked kitchen, and fragrance-free laundry products. Mary and her team are excellent. We only stay with 2 Papayas when we come to the Big Island.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Honu, is the perfect house for our family vacation,the location makes it really easy for us to go back and forth to the beach without having to drive. Mary @ 2papayas is great to work with, and always available if needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful winter escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful escape to sunny Waialea Bay for some much needed R&R. The house is adorable, updated and clean. Beds are super comfy. The location was perfect for us. Close to the beach yet still private. The yard was cared for nicely and was a great place to sit when the wind picked up. Mary is very communicative and wonderful to work with. Would 100% return in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing 4th Stay - Longtime Repeat Clients

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We first stayed at the Honu house in 2016 & this is our 4th stay. We have also stayed at least three times at the Ehu Kai house, twice at the Kolea house, and once at the Blue Makai house. As always, the house was perfect and the 2Papayas crew was friendly & helpful. Staying at Beach 69 with 2Papayas is our go-to relaxing vacation. The beach is stunning, with mild to no surf, snorkeling, and plenty of shade. Honu House is perfectly set up for families or two groups traveling together. The kitchen is well-equipped, the beds are very comfortable, and everything is spotless. My favorite feature of staying with 2Papayas is their dedication to using unscented cleaning and laundry products. Vacation rentals often reek of highly scented cleaning products, air fresheners, scented trash bags, dryer sheets, etc. At Honu House, and at the other 2Papayas properties we've stayed at, all you smell is the scent of the plumeria and gardenia being carried on the ocean breeze. We are booked to come back to Honu House paradise in six months.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our piece of heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in Honu more than ten times. Each a joy.
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