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Terrace/patio
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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Magic Sands Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Kimo's Getaway

This a very private duplex. Your host lives upstairs. Your's is a new two bedroom, one bath unit, with a full sized kitchen and adjoining dining area. . There is a large lanai viewing the ocean with plenty of relaxing chairs and an outside dining area.
You will be a 7 minute walk to Honl's beach and 22 minutes to downtown Kona.
Infants (persons two years and younger) are considered guests.

Property manager

Jim Petersen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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
$35 per extra guest
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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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GE-153-202-6880-01, TA-153-202-6880-01

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kailua Pier - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java Kona - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gecko Girlz Shave Ice - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Humpy's Big Island Alehouse - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kimo's Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kimo's Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kimo's Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kimo's Getaway located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Honl's Beach, Kona Inn Shopping Village and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kona Farmers Market and Moku‘aikaua Church are also within 1 mile (2 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. 61 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

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

Nice place / Great Host

Loved our stay! A little of everything to make our stay good.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Clean, comfortable, convenient

Well maintained and convenient to the rest of Kona. Jim was very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

HONGJIAN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi P.

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

Comfort and Style

Jim has created a home away from home for travelers. Gracious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine D.

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

Review

Lovely unit with great views. Convenient location. Would definitely stay here again!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

A G.

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

Better than imagined

Jim was a beyond welcoming host- he met us after unloading our car and showed us all around the property. It’s well-stocked with beach gear and towels. The kitchen was fun to cook in and Jim had all of the necessary equipment on hand. The outdoor shower was a dream come true. My only regrets are not staying longer and forgetting to leave a six pack formUim :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet and clean. Jim was always there when we needed him but definitely gave appropriate privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

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

So Awesome!!

This place was so Awesome, you can't go wrong here. We came to Kona for our 40th Anniversary and this place couldn't have been better. It was wonderful and peaceful for the most part. You can hear the neighbors and the traffic but the view and the room were so awesome the closeness to other people didn't really matter. The host was wonderful and informative about the area and we will definitely book this room if available the next time we come. No AC but at night it cools enough with the windows open and the fans going to be very comfortable. Can't say enough wonderful things about this room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward O.

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

Comfortable, great views, immaculate

Was perfect! Totally happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

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

Kona apt for Queen Liliuokalani race

All good!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

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

Excellent location. Overnight parking for two cars but a third car can tandem park to visit

This is our second consecutive rental. I’ve met the owner who is helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Great Getaway

Clean, great location, roomy, easy check in/out, friendly host, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Fantastic property

Great location for a quick overnight stay. Checking in was quick and easy. Accommodation was spacious and had everything we needed. There is even a free roaming chicken that came to visit. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby H.

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

Fabulous stay

Wonderful place! Beautifully decorated and impeccably clean throughout. Really lovely common kitchen/dining/living room area. Bedrooms are cozy and comfy. Worked great for me, my college-aged daughter and teenaged son since my daughter and I shared the room with the adjoining twin beds. Sleeping configuration would also work well for a couple with young kids or 2 couples. Jim is an amazing host -- affable, helpful, really kind. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

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

Very Private Exceptional Home

Jim fixed or replaced an inoperable grinder and gave me a tour of the property the morning after we checked in. There’s an outdoor shower and a hot tub. There’s also a view of the ocean from the patio. It was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Tropical getaway

Had a wonderful time staying at Kimo's Getaway with my parents. Jim was nice and welcoming and offered many amenities while we stayed. Really fabulous experience overall!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Easy going and well appointed

The property was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. Walking to coffee, dinner, the beach, or local shopping was mostly easy. The street past the property can be quite busy and has no sidewalk. The host provided towels and bleach gear for our use, which was very appreciated. WiFi was fast, linens were fresh, and there were enough fans to make sleeping very comfortable. We’re already considering our next visit - thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Nice stay in Kona

Jim was great and mad our stay very enjoyable. The place is comfortable and well equipped. Kona Village is close (less than 5 minutes by car and a 15 minute walk). The road is not conducive for walking (no sidewalk for a section of it), so you need to be nibble and keep your head on a swivel if you like to walk. The location is very convenient - but the price you pay is noise from traffic. That is true anywhere and Kona is no exception. Overall, we had a great time!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki D.

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

Kona Paradise!!

I am not even sure where to start! Jim was an incredible host; welcoming and made us feel right at home. The condo was very well stocked with all the comforts of home and was clean and well-appointed. The rooms were spacious and bright. We were happily surprised at the well-stocked beach supplies including chairs, towels, snorkel gear and boogie boards. We enjoy experiencing new places on foot so the location was awesome in both directions on Ali’i Drive to really feel a part of the action. We recommend this listing 100% and will always hold this vacation near and dear to our hearts. Mahalo Kimo!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

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

Great Place With A Beautiful View & Close to Town

Perfect location and has everything you need for comfort . The host Jim was great and we would definitely recommend this home for your stay in Kona . We will definitely return on our next visit . Thanks for having us . Mahalo Rose and Larry
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K., Indianapolis, Indiana

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

Cute, Comfortable, and Convenient

We certainly enjoyed our one-night stay at Kimo’s Getaway. Jim met us at our arrival and made sure we had everything we needed. When we said we were getting ready to go on a snorkeling trip, he offered us towels from his supply, which we really appreciated. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was well-equipped. Since we were only spending one night in Kona, it was rather difficult to find places that would accept a reservation for that length, so we were very grateful to find such a great option.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arica B.

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

A lovely experience

We had a great stay at Jim's lovely apartment. We enjoyed the lanai, the sunsets, the outdoor shower, the well stocked kitchen, to close access to Kailua Kona. It was spacious and comfortable. We found a route to walk to downtown that avoided the busy road (go up to the Tea Licious parking lot and at the other side of the parking lot you will see a pathway to a road where you can easily find a sidewalk on which to travel safely into the town. We enjoyed this walk. One thing to note if you, like us, are new to the kind of sunscreen that is used on the Hawaiian islands--be very cautious with the spray sunscreen as it can make a big mess if you spray it on the lava stones near the outdoor shower. For Jim's sake, please learn from our mistake and do not spray suncreen inside the house, near the house, or near the outdoor shower. Jim was a kind and responsive host. Thank you Jim for hosting us, for providing a beautiful place to enjoy the big island, and also those amazing mangoes.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIETER F.

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

Beautiful Property

This place is amazing! Ocean view, lots of outside seating for entertaining, great parking, beautifully decorated, full kitchen and walking distance to town! Jim is a very gracious host! Thank you for making our stay very relaxing and enjoyable
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect place for a stay in paradise

Ideal location and beautiful view! This has all of the amenities of home, the host was great to work with, and the I've been to Hawaii several times and always had issues with bugs no matter how clean the location but I don't think we saw more than a couple of ants and a spider while we were there. Amazing! My son also especially enjoyed the "free range chickens" that roamed the area. A great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara Sue

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim Petersen

Host profile image
Retired from sales in the San Francisco Bay area. Enjoying all that Hawaii is about!

Why they chose this property

Western setting sun over the ocean.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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