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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Explore the area
Waimea, HI
Puako Beach
Place, Puako Beach
1 min walk
Puakō Petroglyph Park
Place, Puakō Petroglyph Park
3 min drive
Puako Bay
Place, Puako Bay
4 min drive
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House
Throw a pebble into the Pacific Ocean from your lanai. Hale Aloha is an oceanfront private retreat located in the magical neighborhood of Puako, next to Mauna Lani Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii. Puako is one of the sunniest destinations in Hawaii with a unique blend of old Hawaii charm and pristine coastline. Each day is filled with the sound of the sea, coconut trees swaying in the tropical breeze and the beauty of Hawaii. You share the ocean with sea turtles, humpback whales, and play on an oceanfront rich with sea life. Your day ends with one of the most stunning sunsets in the world!
Typical of the beachfront homes that have made Puako so beloved, Hale Aloha is ideal for one or two couples or a family who appreciates a sense of place in a perfectly maintained Hawaiian-style beach house. With 120 feet of ocean frontage, this property is perfect for lounging and enjoying the sunshine and ocean air. Ocean access is adjacent to Hale Aloha and offers an ideal location to go fishing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddling.
Hale Aloha was built in the 1950's, and was completely renovated in 2014 without losing its Old Hawaiian charm. The fun and playful decor with plantation doors, wood louver windows, and hardwood laminate floors is a tropical retreat! There is a private guest cottage on the property which is rented separately - VRBO684722
The living room is completely open to the tropical breezes with large pocket sliding doors and screens leading to a large lanai with outdoor dining and BBQ. Each bedroom features California King Tempur-Pedic beds with high quality bedding. Living room sofa opens to queen bed. A laundry room with full size stacking Kenmore Elite washer and dryer is included.
The warm ocean is your swimming pool. Protected and only 2-5 feet deep with a mostly sandy bottom, it is home to green sea turtles and colorful fish. Just beyond the reef-protected lagoon is the best snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking in Hawaii. In low tide, the tidal pools will inspire, in January through May, you can watch the humpback whales play and breach. Morning walks along the two-lane Puako Beach Drive will find you at Puako's famous ancient Hawaiian rock carvings, the largest example of Petroglyphs in the world. There is also a grocery store in walking distance.
Licenses & Registrations STVR 19-364228 / NUC 19-1615 GE 076 859 6480 01 / TA 076 859 6480 01
*Reservations lasting more than 14 nights will incur an additional housekeeping charge of $100 for a linen exchange or you can request a mid-stay cleaning for $200. This charge will be added following confirmation.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you’d like to strip beds kindly pre-treat any stains beforehand; it helps our clean team to start the load of towels but not necessary Ok to leave any unopened food/drinks for housekeeping
MAHALO!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time the noise from the STVR shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.
The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes.
Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area.
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Property Registration Number GE-076-859-6480-01, TA-076-859-6480-01, 690060250000
Property # 674382vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock
About the area
Kamuela
Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is 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.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rutgers Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Anna Ranch Heritage Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
Mauna Kea Beach - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
CanoeHouse - 18 min drive
Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - 8 min drive
Hālani - 18 min drive
Nui Italian - 19 min drive
Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House?
As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House on 18 June 2026 start from AU$727, 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 Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Hawaiian-style Beach House located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Puako Beach and Puako Bay. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Waialea Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our third visit at this home and it was just as amazing as the first two. You cannot beat this location! You can do a very nice 6 mile walk along the ocean right from your front door. It is a safe, quiet neighborhood, except when the tsunami siren goes off. The warning siren goes off the first business day of the month. The house is nicely appointed. It has most everything you need to cook at home. It also has a nice variety of beach gear for your use. We look forward to our next stay.
Yes. Had a great time talking stories with Jay. Moon sets. Best snorkeling just in front of home. The surrounding environment is #1 for us. The HaleAloha has a cozy feel. I never felt anxious to leave and explore felt at home. The home has everything you need.
Would highly recommend this property. The oceanfront access directly in front of the house provided wonderful opportunities for snorkeling in the tidal pools. The home itself was immaculately clean. It offered all the amenities you would need for cooking, including thoughtful additions of Ziploc bags, and food storage containers, as well as spices. The washer and dryer were a bonus, which made our two weeks all the more pleasant.The property manager, Jay was just great. He was very attentive and a real treat to visit with.Having lived there for many years, he had great stories and lots of helpful information to share about making our stay pleasant.
We absolutely love it here! It is such a peaceful place. Wake up to the sounds of the ocean and the birds chirping. Beautiful, scenic walks right from your front door. Snorkeling just a short walk down the beach. The house has everything you could need. Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, a new bbq and beach accessories. Jay was extremely responsive when we had an issue with the television. And when our flight got canceled they were very gracious. This was our second stay here and we will be back this winter.
Sandy S.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
It will be our pleasure to have you back Sandy! Mahalo an A hui hou!
Your Hale Aloha Team
A wonderful home right on the lake ocean .great snorkeling right out your doorstep.House was very clean and had everything we needed - beach chairs , a cooler etc
This property is located in the coveted neighborhood of Puako. It was comfortable, well located, and felt like a more local experience (compared to the other accommodations near by). We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Loved our stay in this perfect little cottage on the ocean. Great whale watching and lots of turtles in the tide pool. Even though the weather was windy, our vacation location in Puako was the best. Can’t wait to come back!
Mary K.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2024
Thank you for staying Mary! We look forward to having you again! Much Aloha.
The perfect ocean-front cottage for 4 people. Two bedrooms with king size beds, a well- equipped kitchen and a low-key neighborhood with good snorkeling. What more could you ask for?
Where unique, one off place that Harkins back to a simpler time.
Beautiful sunsets, big sky stars and just a nice place to chill with family.Short drive to many very nice beaches. Good snorkeling just 100 yards to North that others drive to scuba so they can dive it from the public access. Just swim out to the white buoy and be in 30’ of water beyond the breakers. You’ll probably see manta rays.
Our family loved our stay. Being directly on the ocean under the dark starry sky and during the day with the sunset is indescribably wonderful. Kitchen had everything we needed and beds were very comfortable. We exclusively showed outside. We loved beach 69 down the road.
We really enjoyed our stay at Puako.
The house was lovely - old Hawaii.
The area was very peaceful - host was helpful and kind .
Very clean and had all the things we needed- beach chairs , towels and a cooler . We will be back
Such a quaint, perfect little cottage. Everything a person could want including being right on the ocean. Our time here was amazing even though we had a week of bad weather. Hope we can come back!
Mary K.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Hale Aloha Team - Jay, Kathy, Pam, and Frank
We purchased Hale Aloha for a family retreat to be shared with our children, grandchildren and guests. There is something magical about The Big Island and when you spend some time in Puako you will understand. The community retains its laid-back friendly atmosphere. and the close proximity to the world-class amenities and resorts along the Kohala Coast offers a unique Hawaiian vacation. Our goal is to keep our rates reasonable and encourage our guests to return on a regular basis
Licenses & Registrations - STVR 19-364228 / NUC 19-1615 GE 076 859 6480 01 / TA 076 859 6480 01
Why they chose this property
The Pacific Ocean is 30 feet from the lanai. There is not a hotel room on the Big Island with the same feeling. Sunsets are stunning. If you want to know what it would be like to live on the ocean in Hawaii, Hale Aloha is your place.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests