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Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

If you are adventurous and free spirited, but still require all the amenities a luxury rental home has to offer then Pu`uhonua ('Place of Refuge') is the place for you. Experience tropical Hawaii at it’s finest in this unique pole house nestled just above Kealakekua Bay ('Pathway of the Gods') in Captain Cook, Hawaii. At this elevation you will enjoy the perfect climate and sweeping 180+ degree views of the ocean, Mauna Loa and Kealakekua Bay, in a quiet and comfortable setting.
Convenient location, just a moment away from the town of Captain Cook, with all of its amenities including one of the islands best grocery stores, fantastic restaurants, local shops and a wonderful farmers market.

Watch breathtaking sunsets from the spacious upper lanai that wraps around the house. Just 20 miles south of Kailua-Kona Airport, Pu`uhonua House is minutes from an array of activities including horseback riding, hiking, tennis, diving, dolphin and seasonal whale watching. Rent kayaks and kayak across the majestic Kealakekua Bay, swim with spinner dolphins and snorkel one of Hawaii’s best kept secrets, the Captain Cook monument.

Enjoy a variety of tropical fruits and flora grown on the property such as bananas, papayas, lemons, avocados, breadfruit, macadamia, coffee and mangos. We are close to some of south Kona’s finest beaches and minutes from great swimming, snorkeling and child safe beaches like Hookena, Manini, Keei, and Kealakekua Bay.

Pu`uhonua House (Place of Refuge House) was built in 1988 by a physicist and his wife. As a former sailor he and his wife had traveled to many parts of the world, before they chose this spot to build their dream home where they would eventually retire. Being a physicist he was intrigued by the simplicity and structural durability a pole house has to offer. Supported by nine thirty foot tall cedar poles imported from Washington state, this house unlike traditionally constructed homes, has a more open floor plan allowing for more glass. The main living level perimeter is nearly all glass/view. You feel as though you are part of your beautiful surroundings. All of the structural and finish components of the house were all hand crafted on site. The property is a one acre private parcel located in the McCoy Plantation subdivision, once a coffee plantation. Much of the property is still rich with coffee plants and certain times of the year the air is thick with the sweet scent of the blossom. If you like peace and tranquility then you will enjoy this piece of paradise.

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WE ALWAYS OFFER A 10% DISCOUNT FOR 10 OR MORE NIGHTS!!!!!!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please contact for details
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact us for details.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Full refund if reservation is cancelled more than 90 days prior to your stay. Within the 90 day window partial to full refund if rebooked

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact for details
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
Property Registration Number GE-152-959-5904-01, 820090690000, TA-152-959-5904-01

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captain Cook

Captain Cook is home to this holiday home. Holua Tennis Center and Kona Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary. Bay View Farm and Big Island Bees are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Island Bees - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kailua Pier - 29 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 54 min drive - 63.9 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Royal Kona Coffee Mill & Museum - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kona Chips - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! on 11 Apr 2026 start from AU$916, 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 Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! located?

Situated in Captain Cook, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary, Bay View Farm and Big Island Bees. Painted Church and Hikiau Heiau State Monument are also within 3 miles (5 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. 152 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend! Lovely treehouse with all the amenities we needed. Having a convenient laundry for swimsuits was also very nice. Great space. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Don O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House had great views,but was sparsely finished. Very few amenities for such an expensive VRBO.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, I loved the decorations and amenities! Everything was clean and spacious!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christeen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location for a true Hawaiian stay!! We loved the amenities and host was so friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the house in Captain Cook and wish we could have stayed longer. The views are just stunning and we spent our time in the comfortable upper level admiring them. The home had everything we needed and our host was very responsive to every question. They also had chairs, umbrellas and other beach items for us to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Great Views

great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

We felt we were in a treehouse…

It was great! We were on the island for family birthdays in Captain Cook and it was perfect all around…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Wonderful house

We loved our stay. Fantastic views, beautiful architecture, lots of space and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy E.

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

Wonderful place for a family gathering

Beautiful place and stay. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Incredible experience!

Wow. We were blown away by how incredible this home is. From the lush landscaping and breathtaking views, to the homes comfortable and clean accomodations our expectations were surpassed on all accounts. We couldn't have found a more perfect "Hawaiin" vacation home.Our host, Bruce was very friendly and communicative.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

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

Thanksgiving Hawaii

Roomy and beautiful view
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meranda F.

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

Beautiful Property

Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

Beautiful place

Smooth process and it was all it was advertised for
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Gorgeous and tropical

Such an amazing place. Absolutely special! Clean and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

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

Private, Close In, Convenient Location. A Tropical Paradise. What a View!

Been to the Big Island four times, Captain Cook is our favorite. This is the nicest house we have stayed in, by far. Close to the beaches, restaurants, groceries, wonderful Sunday farmer's market. Host has provided a comfortable clean unique gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Unbelievable views

Fantastic property with unbelievable views of sunset every evening. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful and completely unique house, with sweeping views and jungle all around, and yet it's still a short hop from ameneties ranging from the amazing Coffee Shack restaurant to groceries, swimming, historic places, farmer's markets, and more. The owner is hands down the most responsive and best communicating host I've every worked with! As great as the house is, knowing that we were in such good hands with the host made a difference to reducing stress during our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piyali M.

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

Jungle Retreat

One-of-a-kind home. More wildlife than people here which is how we prefer it. It had all the luxuries we needed (great kitchen and laundry). Choicemart and eggs close by. Great water pressure in the bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon W.

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

Christmas Visit

Beautiful location, lovely architecture, very peaceful. We enjoyed our stay during the holiday. The loft was perfect for our teens. Furnishings and decor is ready to be updated but still very comfortable. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Incredible View

Three generations of our family spent 4 relaxing nights at the house. The views from the main floor are incredible. My college-age son loved relaxing and reading in the hammock on the porch. If you are looking for a delicious breakfast out during your stay, do not miss the nearby Coffee Shack.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C.

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

Incredible Views

Very nice home with incredible views from all around the house. At night it sounds like a rainforest sound machine setting with all the birds and creatures singing. The property has gorgeous plants and grounds. The house was clean and had everything needed for a nice stay. It is incredibly close to Black Rock Pizza which we ordered twice during our stay it was so good! We enjoyed our time very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Wonderful Property with Gorgeous Views

Truly enjoyed our stay here. We had 11 family members that flew in from Alaska, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Idaho, and Texas. The upper lanai and views are unrivaled. It's truly one of those places that you can sit and enjoy for hours. It's peaceful and delightfully breezy. No complaints whatsoever. Thank you for providing us with a wonderful location for our family to enjoy all that the Big Island offers.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Won L.

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

Nice getaway

We spent wonderful time at the house in mid August 2023. The view was spectacular and the weather is quite pleasant in that part of island. The sound of frogs singing at night is something unique in the area. I recorded the sound and listen to it when I go to sleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

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

Beautiful home in South Kona

We (7 adults ages 37 to 64) all loved this property and wouldn’t hesitant to book again in the future. The views from the main living area and lanai are awesome. The owner is easily accessible and responsive via text or phone call. There are lots of geckos that will be hanging around (mostly outside, occasionally inside), but they’re cute and don’t bother you at all. The coqui frogs will be serenading you in the evenings. You won’t find a nicer vacation rental in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

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

Fantastic Tree House

This tree house was amazing! It was a joy to listen to the birds, frogs and admire the geckos. The view was wonderful with the house being clean and well stocked. There was even aloe available for our sunburns. Many beach items are available to use while at the home. The teenage boys in our group enjoyed the loft. I feel the the photos of home are accurate. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bruce Paoli

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Aloha. My Name is Rowan. My mother and father, Bruce & Nikki, fell in love with this very special piece of paradise. It is a unique Hawaiin style home on a very peaceful private 1 acre lot in the town of Captain Cook.

Why they chose this property

We vacationed for may years on the Big Island, staying on all parts of the island. We fell in love with the Captain Cook area because of its proximity to everything, the local culture, the coastal access and all the town has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Captain Cook is a great location for your family vacation. We are close to many beautiful coastal destinations, great shopping, restaurants and a perfect location to explore all that the Big Island has to offer. You are in a great location for day trips and close to Kailua Kona. We have some of the best snokeling, kayaking and surfing spots on the Island.

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