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Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach

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A residential property with a driveway, a garage, and a stone wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs.
A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, a sofa, and a vintage trunk.
A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a central island with stools, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Waikoloa, HI
  • Place, Waikoloa Kings Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kings Shops
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Anaehoomalu Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach

Summary:

Come back from the beach, rinse off the salt in the lava-rock outdoor shower, and carry your morning coffee onto the lanai for mountain sunrise color. Star of Waikoloa is a two-bedroom home that sleeps eight, about two miles from the beach and designed for a group that wants room to settle in. Air conditioning keeps the house cool, while the full kitchen, dishwasher, washer and dryer, board games, and BBQ make long, easy evenings possible. Waikoloa Golf is about a mile and a half away, and Mauna Lani, the Francis H. Iʻi Brown courses, beach time, and resort dining are all within reach. It is a roomy, practical Big Island base for active families or friends who want their own home rather than a single hotel room.



The Space:

This single-level Hawaiian home pairs mountain views with the small comforts that matter after a beach day. The fully equipped kitchen looks toward the mountains, and the back lanai is made for taking coffee outside at sunrise. Two bedrooms and two baths sleep eight, with air conditioning, board games, a BBQ, washer and dryer, and a private lava-rock outdoor shower for sandy feet.



Guest Access:

This Star of Waikoloa Ainamalu House is a private home with its own patio or balcony, a step-free private entrance, and a lit path at night for easy arrivals. Guests use the full kitchen and BBQ grill on-site. There are no shared resort amenities, just a quiet, self contained stay near the beach and mountains.



The Neighborhood:

Waikoloa is made for sunny Big Island days, with Anaehoʻomalu Bay, coastal golf, and resort dining all within easy reach. Spend a morning at A-Bay, where historic fishponds sit behind the sand, then head to Queens' MarketPlace or Kings' Shops for a meal and supplies. The wider Kohala Coast opens up for beach hopping, snorkeling, and sunset drives, while Waikoloa itself feels relaxed and practical. It is a strong base for travelers who want the Big Island's dry, beach-forward side.



Getting Around:

Kona International Airport is roughly 20 to 30 minutes away, an easy drive up the Kohala Coast. A rental car is recommended to reach beaches, restaurants, and the resort area's shops with ease. Waikoloa Beach Resort keeps some shopping and dining walkable, while nearby beaches and Waikoloa Village are a short drive. Parking is generally available in resort lots or on site at most properties.



Other Things to Note:

Private entrance. There is 1 camera on the garage facing the front driveway perimeter. Stays over 28 nights may be eligible for a fee waiver. This property is managed by Heavenly Vacations.



Interaction with Guests:

Our local Heavenly Vacations Hawaii Island team is just a call or message away throughout your stay. From Kona sunsets to Volcano adventures, we love sharing our favorite places to enjoy on the Big Island, and we are here to help right away should any issue arise. We respect your privacy and are here whenever you need us.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-054-256-6912-01, TA-054-256-6912-01, 690130280000
Property # 5364797vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mauna Lani Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Waikoloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Waikoloa Kings Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Waikoloa Beach Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kings Shops - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Anaehoomalu Beach - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Waikola Village Golf Club - 12 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Island Vintage Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kuleana Rum Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Original Big Island Shave Ice - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach on 9 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,022, 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 Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ainamalu Private House- Star of Waikoloa- Outdoor Lava Shower, 2 Miles to Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Waikoloa Kings Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Queens' Marketplace and Great 4-D Movie Ride. Waikoloa Beach Golf Course and Waikoloa Petroglyph Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location and home

Very big and close to everything.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Wonderful place to stay. Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place for vacation

Awesome home in Waikoloa area. Quite spacious and modern. Everything you need inside to have a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely gorgeous home and great location

This beautiful home is spacious, comfortable and close to restaurants, activities and shops. Has everything you could possibly need, including an outdoor shower, backyard, grill, patio and more. Perfect for a family getaway.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Hi, Sarah! We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! We set high standards for guests. We thank you and appreciate the feedback to continue to improve our services. We hope to host you soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home!

Great location for us. We were close to everything and the home is obviously brand new and very clean with gorgeous sunrise views!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House

Beautiful house, great communication, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Hosts

Great communication and wonderful property, nothing else to say!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and home

Just what we needed for a work trip in Waikoloa. Clean and comfy home with plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Thank you so much for letting us enjoy your beautiful property. We enjoyed the house so much and loved how beautifully decorated it was. We loved the neighborhood and location. Thank you for a wonderful time aloha
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice private home in Waikoloa

The view of the volcanoes is unobstructed. The outdoor shower rocks, and nice outdoor seating area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Golf getaway!!!

Perfect home situated between the 3 courses we play at this weekend. The outside shower was perfect, the entire home was very clean and spacious. Great communication and amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing big island experience

We loved this place. Super convenient and easy to get around. Family had an awesome time. Thank you. Super clean and nice. Very good design on home. They have beach towels and dish washer and laundry pods.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Refreshing home

It was a clean and beautiful space, with fresh towels, linen and all the basics. We loved sitting around the fireplace outside in the evening, and paddle boarding at the local black sands beach. We had a couple things we needed during our time and the response time was quick and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home

This home was clean and new. Well equipped with supplies for a day at the beach. Comfortably furnished with modern touches. Could use a few more pantry items like salt, pepper, nonstick spray and condiments perhaps. Be sure to note there are 2 separate units to rent. Very enjoyable stay over all!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing home, perfect location!

We enjoyed every aspect of this home. This was a last minute home as our previous rental did not work out. The Vacasa representative worked really hard to get us this home last minute and was so helpful! The home itself was very clean, well stocked and in the perfect location. Very close to beautiful beaches and excellent restaurants! The local Vacasa representative was also very helpful with a last minute need that we had. Thank you for helping to make our Hawaii vacation perfect!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Decent value

Great location, clean, great view of the volcanoes, spacious, good price, beach equipment provided, good connectivity. But the furniture was bare or a bit worn out. The pantry was totally empty, not even bare essentials, so bring your own or plan a Target run at Kona if you plan to cook. Overall a decent value for the price.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the great location, cleanliness, stunning view of the volcanoes, spaciousness, reasonable pricing, and the convenience of beach equipment. Your insights are valuable, and we appreciate your perspective on the furniture and pantry. We'll certainly take your comments into consideration for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Truly the STAR OF WAIKOLOA!

From booking until we left, everything was awesome! Upon arrival the home was sparkly clean and beautiful. Check in process was easy. I also had a special request and upon contacting the local operator, Stasha, she was so kind and understanding! Thank you so very much! The morning views are so calming and the early evening skies cant be beat. The home was equipped with everything a family would need and more. The home is spacious, clean and many shops near by. We had a party of 6 and everyone agreed that it was great! We will be looking in to staying here again in the future. Mahalo Waikoloa!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oasis in Kohala

We were so pleased with this great house in Waikoloa! The backyard space was amazing, and the house itself was very clean. Major bonus having the beach gear, as this property is just a short drive to the resort beaches. Also close to tons of shops and restaurants. The outdoor shower was amazing! The only drawbacks are that we weren’t allowed to use the fire pit…even though there are pictures of it in the listing, we were told we weren’t allowed to use. Also apparently there is a side unit connected to the house, but luckily no one was in it during our stay. I was trying to avoid being right next to anyone, so would have been sad if someone was there. All in all, a really great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us, Phil. We hope that you had a great stay! We appreciate you letting us know that there is room for improvement, and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good location for island exploration in resort area

The Big Island has a few very distinct areas. The home is in the resort area of the island so if you like that vibe then its a perfect spot. But you won't find any local flavor in the area and the closest is Kona which is a 35+ minute drive. My husband and I refered to the house as the vanilla box. It is very clean and spacious and has laundry facilities, everything you need for the beach and an interesting view of the lava fields. Bun no warmth or character. It felt very cold. If you plan to cook at home you will need to buy everything. Unlike many VRBO's where the pantry has at least the basics, the house has only the pots and pans and tablewear. Best part for us was that we like to do lots of day trips so from the location we could go in any direction to get to the major areas. It really is perfectly situated for that purpose.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice House and Location - be warned that you're not leasing the entire home though

We liked the house and the location. My kids particularly liked the outdoor shower. However, the listing wasn't clear that the front of the house is subdivided and so were surprised to have two people let themselves into a separate apartment late at night. They were then loud for two hours and I had to go over there myself to ask them to be quiet as the property manager wasn't able to solve the problem. The rental company subsequently helped address the issue a couple of days later. Thankfully the subunit was empty for the rest of our stay.When we did have the house to ourselves, we enjoyed the backyard and the ample living spaces. The kitchen has adequate dishes and pots/pans but no basic condiments - not even salt. We had to purchase a container of salt to make breakfasts - I'd be curious to know if they left it there for future guests!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Hey Samantha, thank you for your review. We are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment. We would have been happy to assist with any questions or concerns if we had been notified during your time with us. Our local team strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We value your feedback and has been taken into consideration. We are looking forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Neu, großzügig, tadellos

Brandneues Haus an einer Privatstraße (auch neu, noch nicht im Navi) zwischen anderen ähnlichen Häusern. Großzügig geplant, durchdacht und mit Liebe zum Detail umgesetzt. Die Ausstattung lässt keine Wünsche offen, es sind alle Annehmlichkeiten vorhanden. Groß, hell, blitzblank - man könnte die Liste in dieser Art beliebig fortsetzen. Ein paar Highlights: große überdachte Terrasse, Gasgrill, eine Außendusche am Master-Bathroom, Doppelwaschtisch, Walk-In-Dusche, Küche mit XXL-Gasherd (nach europäischen Maßstäben) und so weiter... Für den Fall, dass Sie zu Bedenken neigen (wie ich): Der in der Nähe befindliche Heli-Port ist nicht hören, der Abstand ist ausreichend. Ebenso die Distanz zur nächsten Hauptstraße. Da das Objekt neu gebaut ist, hatten die Außenanlagen noch keine Zeit, komplett grün zu werden. Der Teil, der schon fertig ist, lässt aber erkennen, dass es sehr gut wird, wenn es fertig ist. Meinerseits klare Empfehlung. A little pricey, but absolutely worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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