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Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck/Gameroom Ask about 10 day special

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Drive 5 mins to Milolii and then hike in by the yellow church for 20  mins
Milolii Beach Park 5 minute drive from house here's where you can put kayaks
The craggy coast
Whales visit Papa bay December thru March
The  surfboard house 600 feet from the ocean

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10180.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Ho'okena Beach Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck/Gameroom Ask about 10 day special

Ask about 10 day specials/ 2 person stays and 8th night free if you book a 7th night stay!!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VigSB3M4z3w
The above is the link to a video of my house.
Makai Hideaway is quiet and peaceful. Unwind and relax from city life. House is an an hour south of Kona and one hour ten minutes south of the Kona airport. It is one hour ten minutes to volcano from the house. shop before you come as nearest grocery store is 25 minutes away.Two bedroom with multiple beds, three baths, We are in a lovely location with outstanding ocean views and nearby water sports! Descend a paved road 12 minutes to the house from mile marker 89 and enjoy what I believe are the best views on the island!. A large Lanai runs the length of the house for dolphin and whale watching. Have dinner on a beautiful 600 foot Lanai and watch the incredible sunsets and enjoy coastal breezes. There are many fans in the house but there isn't air conditioning. Go one and half blocks to water access for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving and fishing. Also,it's great to walk around the neighborhood. Bedwise, there is a king bed in the master and one queen beds in the house and one queen sleeper sofa plus a futon.There is a foldout mattress plus an airbed mattress in the toy closet. Also, there is an ocean view from the kitchen and you can sit on the couch and see the ocean. Sunsets are phenomenal and different every night. There is a barbecue on top deck. There's a king bed in the upstairs master! There is a washer and dryer in the gameroom and extra small fridge by the tiki bar. the nearest grocery store is 25 minutes away so many travelers stop at Costco as it is by the Kona airport on the way down. There is a supermarket at mile marker 77 and gas station, too.House is a good hour ten south of airport at mile marker 89. The views of the Pacific ocean are sensational and I never get tried of seeing as I descend from 1200 feet to sea level. Please conserve on water and electricity as Hawaii has the nations top rates. There's a nice ocean breeze often at the house but there isn't AC at the house nor do most homeowners in Hawaii have it. We saw a turtle the size of a volkswagon off one of the cliffs in the area and the snorkeling at the swimming hole is great! The swimming hole is a two minute walk away- go to Kai street and turn right. This is where you put in the kayaks or take them into the village of Milolii. There is internet and Netflix so the TV is great! My favorite thing is reading a book on the chaise lounge on the deck or going down to the swimming hole to swim and snorkel. Downstairs in the outside closet is everything you would ever need- coolers, beach mats, beach toys, snorkeling masks and equipment, life jackets,, chairs. Please rinse off anything you borrow and put back in. Boogie boards and other toys are in outside toy closet. Please keep orderly.. Live action video camera faces catchment tank and driveway.

The Milolii area is famous for deep sea fishing, and you can watch the fishing boats or go out yourself. The beautiful secluded Honomolino Beach is close by-short walk along the coast from Milolii State Park-watch the spinner dolphins, snorkel with the fish in the coral, and maybe see a sea turtle or a rare Hawaiian monk seal.

From Kona airport go south on Highway 11 towards Kailua and continue on towards the 89 mile marker, turn right on Milolii Road. Go about three miles, turn right on to Ewalu Avenue drive down the road to Waenea Avenue turn left. Drive to third intersection which is Elima Avenue, turn right and go a half block to a tan house left hand side which is 88-1555.


From Hilo airport go on Highway 11 north for about two hours till you come to the sign that reads Milolii. Turn left by the sign drive three miles down the road to Ewalu Avenue, turn right drive down to the stop sign to Waenea Avenue turn left. Drive to the third intersection and turn right on Elima Avenue. Go a half block to a tan house left hand side of the road which is 88-1555. Daniel will have the house open for you and take you on a tour! My tax id numbers are TA-053-302-6816-01 and GE-053-302-6816-01


Keywords: Beach House

Property manager

Cheryl Fortman
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Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 allowed: in designated areas
. Extra guests are 75 dollars a night each without prior approval.. plus cleaning and taxes.Large groups must all be of the same family county rule
Smoking is allowed outside but not in the house Please be very careful about water usage.
There is a rental agreement to sign upon arrival. Extra charges for longer / larger groups due to utilities, and cleaning.

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 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-053-302-6816-01, TA-053-302-6816-01

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captain Cook

Located in Captain Cook, this holiday home is by the sea. Ka'upulehu Cultural Center and Honoma are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Manuka State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Manuka State Wayside Park and Onizuka Astronomy Complex. 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

  • South Kona Beaches - 34 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 38 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 42 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 46 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Captain Cook Monument - 61 min drive - 44.2 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Local Comfort Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪South Kona Coffee - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mother Goose Farms - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Thai Grindz and More - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Keei Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck/Gameroom Ask about 10 day special pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck/Gameroom Ask about 10 day special?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck/Gameroom Ask about 10 day special?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck/Gameroom Ask about 10 day special located?

This family-friendly Captain Cook holiday home is located by the sea, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Papa Bay, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Manuka State Park and Manuka State Wayside Park. Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
Great host, great location. About an hour from Kona, definitely need a car to get around to other areas of the island. But the area is very scenic so the drives were nice. The host was really responsive and left us a bottle of wine and chocolates. Would stay at the house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach House in Hawaii for a Family Getaway
Our extended family of eight recently stayed at this beautiful beach house in Hawaii, and we couldn't be more pleased with our experience. The property provided plenty of room to spread out, plus there were adequate spaces that allowed us to gather and enjoy time togetherThe house was clean and comfortably furnished for lounging around inside as well as out on the deck. It has a well-stocked kitchen with everything we needed, an array of games to keep everyone entertained, including a ping-pong table plus snorkels/masks, towels and coolers for beach outings.The house was off the main highway down a steep winding road and located close to the water. It was in a quiet neighborhood away from the congestion of traffic. There is a good view of the water, spectacular sunsets, and beautiful night sky viewing. Cheryl, the property owner is a good communicator. She lives close by and is familiar with beaches, restaurants, etc. She acted quickly to address a plumbing issue that was quickly resolved.Overall, this beach house exceeded our expectations and provided us with a memorable and relaxing family vacation. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a spacious and laidback place away from the tourist congestion of Kona. We can recommend this house without reservation. Aloha!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & Spacious
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this unique place. We especially loved the huge lanai, the presence of many doors & windows, the cute geckos and neighborhood birds! Cheryl is very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You want to stay here!
An incredible property with a lovely hostess. The home has everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Lots of space for a big group to spread out. Amazing, rural location with easy access to the highway and civilization.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect big house for a group
We loved this place and it’s location. The view is great, a quiet safe neighborhood, good water pressure, clean house. The deck was definitely the most used area for our family, listening and watching the waves with birds singing as the sun rises or sets. it was truly amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Great set up for a family with children
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2025
We made a last minute decision to go to Hawaii for Christmas and got lucky to find this home. Host was super communicative and easy to work with. Lani was great with views and ocean breeze. We wanted beds and rooms for 5 adults so this worked out well. Having 3 full bathrooms was a bonus. Quiet town and lots of driving but that was perfect for our adventures going to volcano, beaches and waterfalls. Great family memories for a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with tons of character!!
Chose this house because of location. Our first time on the big island so wanted to visit both Hilo and Kona side. Location allowed for good options each day as it was less than 2 hours from Hilo, and only an hour away from Hilo . House is great and host is super responsive. You can tell how much this house is cared for. The home is somehow cozy and spacious at the same time. Very charming decor and has a ton of stuff for family nights. Our family has 2 adult children, one teenager, and two 12 year old boys so we packed the house, but everybody was easily accomodated, slept well and enjoyed all the "extras". Downstairs has a great game room style feel, with video games, darts, ping pong and pool as options. Fun time for sure. The house is in a quite area and bbq'ing on the deck in the evening, watching the sunset is the thing of dreams. Easily accommodated our 7 member family with room to spare. Definitely on our list to rebook when we return to the big island!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing
Cheryl is a great host. Her communication is perfect. The house is spacious, clean and you will find everything you need. We used the house mainly for sleeping. There are no coqui frogs or mosquitoes. Ideal for a peaceful sleep. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome quiet getaway spot
This is the perfect place for a quiet family getaway. House has everything you could ask for with comfortable beds and pillows. Full kitchen with spices on hand. Game room and dvds on first floor. Incredible views from balcony and snorkeling sets, kayaks, boogie boards etc. Private, primitive snorkeling site that can be reached scrambling over lava rocks (stairs washed out)- Not for small kiddos or anyone needing assistance, but most people would have no problem, especially since it’s so private & lots of fish! Canoe launch and beach just down the road for others. There is with grocery store about 30 mins away and house is down a twisting hill, but remote location is ideal to get away from tourist locations and an incredible night time star viewing! Will be going back. Host is terrific and will answer any questions you may have. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous and Relaxing Spot on the Big Island
We loved this property! It is located outside of the hustle and bustle of Kona and Hilo, but the views and the house itself are worth the drive. Located about halfway between Hilo and Kona, we had easy access to either side of the island and SUPER easy access to our favorite beach: Punulu'u. Our host was wonderful and we had very easy and open communication with her. The house was awesome and fit our family of 5 plus my husband's mom and my parents. We would definitely stay here again without hesitation and will definitely be encouraging our friends and family to stay here as well!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true Hawaiian gem!
This place has so many amenities that made our vacation a delight. We were made to feel very welcome by our gracious host who answered all our questions. The house is delightfully decorated and has plenty of seating inside and outside. We loved the view and being able to see whales, waves and fishing boats from our deck chairs! This is a great place for a family vacation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Get Away
There were 4 of us. My husband and 2 of our 20 somethings. Everyone had plenty of space to themselves for work, fun and relaxation. The house was very accommodating. The deck is everything! For gathering, for eating and for viewing the ocean. The drive in and out of the neighborhood is something to be aware of, and driving was a big part of getting to see the island and all it has to offer. Everyone forgave the driving since it was so nice to be back at the house!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Janice R., Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Family Christmas
The house is beautiful and wonderfully stocked with everything you may need. Cheryl was a great host. However we ended up having to leave early as we could not handle the drive in and out with 99 turns just on the road down and over 300 to go to Kona! Great place if you don’t want to do anything but relax!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for star gazing
We enjoyed our stay very much! Perfect way to spend a week away from reality of everyday life. Highly recommend. As others mentioned, be careful on the winding road.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a cool location
Quiet neighborhood. House had lots of toys and amenities. Very relaxing and enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property in Southern Hawaii
Great location, great property, close to the water and many other locations we had planned. Host was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean sounds
We used the house as a home base to explore the island on many excursions. The highlight was watching/hearing the ocean and waves from the deck while eating breakfast each day, then soaking up the ocean sounds at night under the stars. Very comfortable accommodations with superb house host who is informative and friendly with a love for Hawaii.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hawaii
The description of property was spot on! It is exactly an hour and half south of Kona and is in a very quiet neighborhood. The house is well equipped for staying staying there. We found the nearby swimming hole and ventured in for a quick swim. There is plenty of beach equipment and we used the snorkels.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
The Makai Hideaway is a gem. It is well-equipped and worked well for our family (three generations). There are a numerous personal touches, and Cheryl is a very conscientious and responsive host. She has left guidebooks, information and even her own top 10 list. There is a lot to see and do on the island, so we did a lot of day trips. Everyone appreciated the large lanai, especially in the morning and at sunset. We often had gecko guests (very cute). The kids (teenagers) loved having their own space and their own beds on the lower level, especially after staying in more crowded accommodations earlier in the trip. Do make sure you read the listing carefully as the access to the lower is external- Cheryl is very open about this and it was fine for us but it would not work for everyone. The “swimming hole” nearby proved to be an excellent spot for snorkeling- on par with many more well-known places- though we could only go toward to end of our stay as the waves were too rough initially. Worth a special mention: We bought mac nuts in their shells from a stand on the road down to the house, and everyone loved cracking and eating these.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the Big Island
This property was perfect for our group. Our host went way and beyond to be communicative regarding our rental and provide additional information regarding things to do. We hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing in Kona
Any and everything one might forget to pack was available and immaculately stored. The beds were comfortable and we slept better than at home especially with the sounds of the sea hitting the rocks. We absolutely loved our stay and hope to go back!! It was especially relaxing after a grueling year of cancer treatments for Marianne. There is nothing you could do to make the stay more relaxing. Thanks for letting us use your beach chairs, etc.♥️
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Makai Hideaway Review
A truly fantastic property set in a very quiet location With great sea views.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

craig m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Milolii
wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
LOVED the house. We had a large party of eight and it was nice having separated upper and lower floor living quarters that accommodated everyone. There was a Pac 'n' Play and high chair which was great as we had an infant. There is a shed with every type of swim/sand/beach equipment imaginable. Cheryl was very easy to get ahold of and kept me updated with notifications to make the check-in/check-out process smooth. Very short walk to the beach. Unfortunately the waves were too high during our stay to go into the water. Only downfall was the drive down to the house. The switchback road leading the last 3 miles was not something we were used to and was nerve racking for us, particularly when it was dark or raining out. Otherwise, no complaints and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Fortman

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Aloha. I am Cheryl Fortman the main owner of the property and we bought this house in 2012 after looking at 200 plus homes and condos. I am a retired first grade teacher in Fallbrook, California, San Diego county. That's been my job for 30 plus years and I still enjoy it! I love the quietness and remoteness of the house as I deal with the San Diego rat race all the time at home. I love hiking around the area and walking to the swimming hole which is two minutes away to snorkel. You take a right on kai and then three or 4 houses down on the left is a little bridge which you cross and you go down lava stairs and rope into the water or jump in. It's kind of Robinson Caruso style which kids love! At the top of the hill I often buy fish from this nice guy whose name starts with a 'D' he has sashimi grade ahi tuna, ono, and sometimes sailfish! I love to travel to the big island- its my home away from home and I am always willing to share house if its only me there and I will give a discounted rate because of that. I had lovely world travelers with me this summer that I really enjoyed and some really nice people from Texas that have rented the house 2 or three times now. I love to go to all the markets on the island- if you are interested in that please ask me about them and I would be happy to tell you about them. House is full of Art I have bought on the big island and from home goods store in San Diego. This vacation rental was a dream for two years that finally came true. The house is all I talk about when I am in California- that's how special this house is. Thank you for renting it! I really appreciate that!

Why they chose this property

The neighbours are great and have a live and let live philosophy which I appreciate! I love the look of the black lava rock against the blue ocean. The reason I bought the house was the humongous deck, the sunsets, the panoramic Pacific ocean view as you come down the hill and the ocean view from the deck. The sunsets are phenomenal and I almost have a 190 degree ocean view from the house. The kings trail is close to the house and you can hike on it. I like driving 5 minutes into the little fishing village and hiking into Honomolino. Kayaking in papa Bay are great! I still havent come at Christmas time and winter when the whales are there as house is always rented out then but I hope to in the future. I also hear you can hear the whales singing. I hear you can kayak around the whales but I haven't ever done it. Often there are pods of dolphins in the bay and I love the little mailbox library up on Umi street but you gotta put a book in to take one! I love reading books on the deck and drinking a Mai Tai there at sunset. Also, there is a washer and dryer which a lot of people appreciate.

What makes this property unique

the deck, the sunsets, the king bed in the master, the walks, the oceanview, the nautical charm of the house, the fish wall in the family room and the family/living room,

Languages:

English, Spanish

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