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Steps from Paniau Beach

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A room with a glass partition, a wooden ceiling, and a view of an outdoor seating area.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a television, and large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a double sink vanity, and a door with a curtain.
A green building with a sign reading "Mango Cottage Parking".
A two-story house with a green roof and white exterior, surrounded by palm trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Puako Beach
Sleeps 7•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puakō Petroglyph Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Anaehoomalu Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Hale - Back Lanai Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Hale - Front Lanai Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Hale - Sunset Lanai Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Mauna Kea view bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Hale - Back Lanai Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hale - Front Lanai Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hale - Sunset Lanai Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Steps from Paniau Beach

House or Cottage or both together(see listing #956147 for Cottage) PLEASE NOTE... Listed rates are based on two guests. An additional $50/per nt per extra guest will be added. Please enclose total number of guests when booking......
Located at the private and quiet end of Puako Beach Drive, Mango Hale offers the opportunity to experience a stay in 'Old Hawaii.' Recently renovated, these two original beach houses have all the modern comforts and conveniences, while the relaxed and tranquil community reminds you of an earlier era. Both houses now have air conditioning.

Mango Hale (four bedroom, four bath) or Mango Cottage (one bedroom, one bath, + extra full size bed, vrbo listing# 956147) are available individually for couples or small families, or both houses can be rented together to accommodate a larger group. The property is filled with mango, banana, and coconut trees surrounded by a lush manicured lawn and other tropical plants. The caretaker apartment is located on the garden level off the garage of the Hale. The owner lives here full time and is available for security and other assistance. The rental is the 2nd and 3rd story of the house and has two separate entrances.

Directly across the street is the popular beach access known as 'Paniau.' This natural bay has a small coral and sand beach and is well known for its easy access to one of the most premier snorkel and dive spots on the whole island. Paniau has great surf breaks in the winter months and offers easy shore fishing as well as excellent sunsets year round. The Puako General Store is located just minutes down the road and offers local art & gift items, groceries, and sundries.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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
Please park in designated area only

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-188-297-2160-01, GE-188-296-2160-01
Property # 67917vb
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
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 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 snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Puakō Petroglyph Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Anaehoomalu Beach - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 17 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Waikola Village Golf Club - 23 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lagoon Grill - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company (Lagoon Tower) - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast at Water's Edge - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Juice 101 - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from Paniau Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps from Paniau Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps from Paniau Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from Paniau Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps from Paniau Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Puako Beach, Puako Bay and Mauna Lani Historic Park. Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 80 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near Hapuna beach and a very nice house. It was perfect for a Thanksgiving week Hawaii getaway for our family of five.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ales C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing. Will come again. Thabk you
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, well-outfitted kitchen, very comfortable with lots of different outdoor spaces. Scott was friendly, relaxed, and prompt with all questions. Just an excellent stay all around. The location, again, cul-de-sac in a quiet beach community. And walk across the road to beach with good snorkeling and sunset views.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisa B.

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

Quiet and relaxing

We had a wonderful stay here. The house is clean, quiet and relaxing. Away from the business of the resorts. Scott is a kind host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley F.

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

Beautiful house in perfect location

Sunsets at the beach across the street were beautiful and kids loved playing in the tide pools!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Awesome place!

We stayed on three islands in our trip and three different rentals. This one was our favorite! Super clean, very spacious and the host was awesome. The beach across the street had amazing snorkeling, but bring water shoes because it’s rocky. We would definitely come back and highly recommend this property! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandeepan B.

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

Green, leafy, breezy

Scott is a great host, the Hale is comfortable, everything works as expected, and the mangoes in Summer are delicious.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

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

Tree house vibes

We had two families stay here together and it worked well for us. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and shower which was really nice. We loved the huge outdoor seating area and the great location near the best snorkel spots. Host was very available. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

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

Classic Puako

Puako at its finest—quiet, comfortable and spacious with wonderful access to the ocean and petroglyphs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cara F.

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

Beautiful house in perfect location

Loved our stay here! The house is in a perfect location, very peaceful at the end of a dead end road and right across the street from a rocky beach with great snorkeling. It was so nice to not have to drive anywhere if we didn’t want to. And it is within easy walking distance of the resorts, so we were able to walk to have a fancy dinner one night. The house was large, the bedrooms were nicely spread out to allow for privacy and each bedroom had its own bathroom. There were also multiple lanais to relax on. The house was remarkably clean. Snorkel gear and boogie boards and beach chairs were all provided. Really couldn’t ask for a better place and if we return to this island I would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joy j.

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

Paradise!

Fantastic stay as usual- we’ve stayed at this property multiple times because it simply doesn’t get any better on the Big Island— feels like authentic Hawaii away from the resorts, with the locals. Beautiful home that has a great layout for couples or families. Decks on front and back with a bbq grill- we used it every night! The upstairs bedroom is like sleeping in the tree canopy- beautiful views of trees and sounds of the ocean and a fantastic sunrise. Loved having all the beach toys available as well. The outdoor showers were sublime! Thank you to Rick and Scott for sharing your wonderful place- we will be back!
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

We really like this house.

We really liked this house. It was one of the most comfortable places we have ever rented. The house was clean and well maintained. The kitchen had everything we needed with good quality dishes and cookware. The bed we used had a comfortable mattress and pillows. One of the pleasant features of this house was the many windows that allowed good air flow into the house. I always rent a house with air conditioning but we didn’t need it at all with this house. My husband loved the large lanai and spent most of his time outside the house on the lanai. Scott was pleasant when I needed questions answered and otherwise an unintrusive host.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arden C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Old-school Hawaii

A lovely location and an excellent value. Though it's very near the resorts and some palatial new beach pads, it's old-school Hawaii. The nearest beaches are very "local," nice for walking, sitting, or fishing. (It's a short drive to white-sand Hapuna, where you now pay big bucks to show up: $10/vehicle + $5/person --> 4 people = $30). There's persistent ants in the building, including fire ants. My ant Kung Fu is strong, so we had a truce and no one was bitten/stung. But be clean, proactive, and alert, and I don't recommend going around barefoot. The surprise was the sleeping situation. There *are* 4 bedrooms, but with the funky semi-open layout, no room offers complete cool and quiet. Either the rooms don't have AC, or doors, or windows that you can close to the outside. But it usually cools off at night, and the two cooling units (heat pumps) definitely help. I want to emphasize that it's not all bad. I'm saying manage your expectations and you'll have a unique and charming experience of Hawaii the way it used to be.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot write enough great things about this place. You are steps from the beach. It is a rocky one with a little area to swim. Very low traffic and lots of locals. Our kids wanted to end our day there every night, so they could skip rocks into the ocean. We saw 3 turtles sunbathing in the evening. Great snorkeling at beach 69 just down the road. Hapuna beach is also great. We did go to Volcanoes NP (2 hours each way) and it was a very good day trip. There is a Foodland and gas within 10 min. The shops at Queen and Kings' Shops are also within 15 min. There is a great Malsada Truck that parks at the turnoff to the neighborhood. This was a great place for us to explore the island from, but also could have stayed there without having to leave. Scott and his family (hosts) live on the property and will engage if you need something, but also are great to leave you be. There are a several mango trees on the property and they shared several mangoes with us. One of my kids broke something and Scott was very understanding. House feels like a tree house. The upper room and living room had mini-splits which seemed to cool the adjacent rooms relatively well (we were there end of June). My kids who slept in other rooms were comfortable. There were some chairs and umbrellas and coolers there for us to use. It is an island so there are lizards and some ants here and there, but for the most part if you are clean, they stay away. Will try to stay here again whenever we come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

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

Amazing

Rented the mango hale for myself and 3 friends. The house was perfect. We each had our own bedroom/bathroom - each room had its own vibe/features. 2 bedrooms were more inside the house, the other two off the lanai. My room had an outdoor shower which was so refreshing. We were so close to ocean access (very rocky - sandals/water shoes were a benefit). Sat out on the lanai every morning drinking coffee. It was seriously one of the best vrbo’s. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara D L.

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

Third time here and will be back

My husband and I call Mango Hale “our happy place”. This is the 3rd time we have stayed here and will be back next year. This is a fantastic property. Huge lanai with two large sitting areas, dining table and grill. We love being awakened every morning to the birds as the sunrises, drinking coffee on the lanai. Then going for a quick snorkel across the street or a long hike along the ocean past the resorts. The location couldn’t be better. The property is very clean and well stocked. The kitchen has all the equipment needed to prepare meals. The provided bath and beach towels are good quality. There are private balconies with 2 of the bedrooms with nice chairs as well as another off the kitchen with table, chairs and a shoe rack to hold all your sandy flip flops. All the furniture and beds are comfortable. Lots of beach equipment (chairs, boards, noodles, cooler) available. Both Scott and Rick are attentive, but not at all intrusive… only seem to be there when you need them…perfect hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Treehouse-like rental across street from fabulous quiet shorefront

My family and I LOVED staying here! It's a little out of the way to get to, but just stock up beforehand. It's basically at the end of a quiet, beautiful street and about 100 feet from access to a quiet, gorgeous shorefront with a long shorefront walking path. Shore is largely rocky and not sandy, but there were numerous turtles and area was fine for beginner snorkellers. Was so helpful to be able to just walk "home" after being there. Shorefront seems used mainly by locals and extends quite a ways. Quiet and private. House was very well appointed, clean, safe, with gorgeous landscaping and lanais everywhere. Geckos frequent the back lanai and were very entertaining. So peaceful to just sit outside and enjoy the beauty. House very well supplied, comfortable, and pleasant. Wish I would have stayed here the whole week and a half instead of booking a condo for the other part of the trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Highly Recommended

We had a wonderful time! Enjoyed the accommodations, especially the treetop bedroom which gave us a 360-degree view of the area, including Mauna Kea and a peekaboo view of the ocean. The lush, tropical vegetation surrounding this home gives this private getaway a true Hawaiian feel. Our host, Scott, was very friendly and helpful when we needed assistance. We’re already talking about returning someday with even more family members.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

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

A bit of paradise

Absolutely loved Hale Mango. This well appointed house is surrounded by lush vegetation and across the street from beach access. We loved listening to to the birds and feeling the fresh ocean breezes. Scott is a gracious host and works hard to create this lovely environment. We were sad to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Excellent Property

Right next to the beach, and secluded in a quiet neighborhood. We had a wonderful time and would come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C.

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

Family Christmas Vacation

The place was in a quiet neighborhood. Rooms were comfortable and we enjoyed our meals on the wonderful lanai. Scott was a good host. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mango is always a treat

We always love our time at the Mango Hale. Such a special place.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

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

Another fabulous stay!

A stay at the Mango Hale is such a treat! So relaxing and comfortable, with mountain sunrises and beach sunsets. Scott is so helpful if needed, but never intrudes. Thanks for sharing your slice of paradise with us!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara D L.

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

Perfect location, beautifully maintained property

This trip was our second stay at Mango Hale. This house is very well maintained, clean, well appointed and stocked with the basics of paper towels, TP, soaps. The linens are in excellent condition…clean, no stains. The towels provided for both bathing and beach are thick and fluffy. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, utensils, pots/pans…everything you need! Even a blender and coffee grinder. The lanai runs the length of the house and has very comfortable seating, a nice dining area and a Weber propane grill. We have stayed in many beach properties for over 25 years and this is the best by far. Many times beach houses are filled with odds and ends that people decide to stick at their Beachhouse. This is absolutely NOT the case with Mango Hale. Mango Hale is purposely equipped and appointed with good furniture, good linens, good equipment. It really is like being at home away from home. The location is fabulous as well. We walked across the street every evening to watch the sunset. You can see turtles every day at one of the public beach accesses on Puako Beach Road. And Scott is a great host. He is there when we need him but not obtrusive at all. We only know he’s there when we happen to need something or if he’s sharing a mango or dragon fruit with us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kathy s.

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

Relaxing and beautiful

The house was great for our comfort. Our favorite activity was walking across the street to the ocean to snorkel and sea turtle watch!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

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