10/10 Excellent
Sarah O.
27 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah O.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Entire home
2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A
Holiday home in Captain Cook with kitchen
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11223.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Captain Cook, HI
- Place, Kapahukapu Manini Beach1 min walk
- Place, Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative4 min drive
- Place, Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park11 min drive
- Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Garden
About this property
2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A
Escape to a serene slice of the Big Island at Dolphin Bay Estate - a spacious, tropical retreat in Captain Cook with self check-in and a secluded beach just a short stroll away. Perfect for families and friend groups who want privacy, ocean air, and easy access to island adventures. ✨🌴
🏠 The Space
Welcome to the Main House, designed for laid-back island living with open, airy spaces, high ceilings, and plenty of room to spread out. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, dining space for gathering, a private balcony, and a comfy living area to unwind after beach days. ☀️🍍
Home overview:
🛏️ 3 bedrooms | 🛁 3 baths | 👨👩👧👦 Sleeps up to 11
🛌 8 beds total (including rollaway + foldable mattresses)
❄️ AC in all rooms for cool, comfortable nights
✅ All rooms are equipped with A/C for comfortable days and breezy nights.
⚠️ Main House living room ceiling fan is currently out of order (but the A/C has you covered!).
☕ Drip coffee maker for slow mornings, island-style
🛌 Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: 1 Queen + 1 Twin rollaway 🛏️🛏️
Bedroom 2: 1 King + 1 Twin rollaway 🛏️🛏️
Bedroom 3: 1 Queen + 1 Twin bed 🛏️🛏️
Extra spaces:
🛋️ Living room includes 2 foldable twin mattresses
🌊 Location, Location, Location
You’re in the charming town of Captain Cook, with an easy walk to a secluded/private beach—perfect for sunrise strolls and salty breezes. 🐚🌅
Nearby favorites (super close!):
🏖️ Nāpo`opo`o Park + Manini Beach ~ 1 min
🐝 Big Island Bees ~ 6 min
🏞️ Kealakekua Bay Cliffs ~ 3 min
🥾 Captain Cook Monument Trail ~ 12 min
☕ Koa Coffee Plantation ~ 20 min
🌱 Greenwell Farms + Kona Coffee Living History Farm ~ 15 min
🏝️ Kahalu’u Beach Park ~ 24 min
✈️ Kona International Airport ~47 min
- No parties or events allowed.
- No smoking allowed inside and outside.
- Suitable for toddlers and children under 12.
- No unregistered guests allowed.
- Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms.
- Please respect the noise curfew.
- Turn off the lights/fans when you leave.
- Please respect check-in and check-out times.
- Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages.
- Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
- Please do your dishes.
- Respect our neighbors. Our homes are close together and our neighbors are our friends who are not on vacation, so please respect quiet time.
- QUIET HOUR: 9PM - 8AM
- Please take the trash out before you leave.
- No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
🏠 The Space
Welcome to the Main House, designed for laid-back island living with open, airy spaces, high ceilings, and plenty of room to spread out. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, dining space for gathering, a private balcony, and a comfy living area to unwind after beach days. ☀️🍍
Home overview:
🛏️ 3 bedrooms | 🛁 3 baths | 👨👩👧👦 Sleeps up to 11
🛌 8 beds total (including rollaway + foldable mattresses)
❄️ AC in all rooms for cool, comfortable nights
✅ All rooms are equipped with A/C for comfortable days and breezy nights.
⚠️ Main House living room ceiling fan is currently out of order (but the A/C has you covered!).
☕ Drip coffee maker for slow mornings, island-style
🛌 Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: 1 Queen + 1 Twin rollaway 🛏️🛏️
Bedroom 2: 1 King + 1 Twin rollaway 🛏️🛏️
Bedroom 3: 1 Queen + 1 Twin bed 🛏️🛏️
Extra spaces:
🛋️ Living room includes 2 foldable twin mattresses
🌊 Location, Location, Location
You’re in the charming town of Captain Cook, with an easy walk to a secluded/private beach—perfect for sunrise strolls and salty breezes. 🐚🌅
Nearby favorites (super close!):
🏖️ Nāpo`opo`o Park + Manini Beach ~ 1 min
🐝 Big Island Bees ~ 6 min
🏞️ Kealakekua Bay Cliffs ~ 3 min
🥾 Captain Cook Monument Trail ~ 12 min
☕ Koa Coffee Plantation ~ 20 min
🌱 Greenwell Farms + Kona Coffee Living History Farm ~ 15 min
🏝️ Kahalu’u Beach Park ~ 24 min
✈️ Kona International Airport ~47 min
- No parties or events allowed.
- No smoking allowed inside and outside.
- Suitable for toddlers and children under 12.
- No unregistered guests allowed.
- Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms.
- Please respect the noise curfew.
- Turn off the lights/fans when you leave.
- Please respect check-in and check-out times.
- Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages.
- Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
- Please do your dishes.
- Respect our neighbors. Our homes are close together and our neighbors are our friends who are not on vacation, so please respect quiet time.
- QUIET HOUR: 9PM - 8AM
- Please take the trash out before you leave.
- No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Captain Cook
Captain Cook is home to this holiday home. H.N. Greenwell Store Museum and Greenwell Farms are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kona Country Club and Holua Tennis Center. Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative and Big Island Bees are also worth visiting.
Captain Cook, HI
What's nearby
- Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
- Magic Sands Beach - 24 min drive - 23.8 km
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 61 min drive - 68.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
- Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
- Royal Kona Coffee Mill & Museum - 13 min drive
- The Coffee Shack - 12 min drive
- Shaka Tacoz - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
8.0/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Holly Le
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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