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Private | Oceanview | Spacious | Bright 3BR House

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Property grounds
Open and minimalist living space for bonding and conversation.
Relax in the back lanai with 180 degree view of the ocean and mountain.
Dining area for gathering after beach hopping.
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Magic Sands Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private | Oceanview | Spacious | Bright 3BR House

Welcome to Malulani Green Haven!

This private 3bd/2ba home is located in a gated, quiet cul-de-sac neighborhood right in the heart of Kailua-Kona. You'll enjoy a spectacular panoramic ocean view from the backyard lanai and a view of Mauna Loa on the opposite side. The cool ocean breeze that comes with the elevation (and A/C if you need it) makes for a comfortable stay. The location is a convenient 10-min. drive from the airport, 5-min. drive to the historic Kona town and the beach, and a short drive to shopping areas with Safeway, Walmart, Lowes, Costco and numerous restaurants.

There are three bedrooms and two baths that are available during your stay. The master bedroom has a king size bed, a dresser, and a walk-in closet. It also has access to the backyard lanai. The master bath has a huge large jacuzzi (with a view of the ocean), shower, and double sink. The second bedroom has a queen bed, a walk-in closet with drawers, and access to the backyard with a view of the ocean as well. The third bedroom has two twin beds and a mirrored closet. A second full bathroom is between the 2nd and 3rd bedroom with bath products and linens provided.

The dining area is large with a glass dining table. The kitchen is fully equipped with small appliances, cooking and eating utensils. BBQ grill is in the backyard next to the lanai sink. There is a large refrigerator, a microwave and a dishwasher. Cable TV, streaming services (login not included), and free WiFi are also available.

Plenty of beautiful beaches are within a 15-min drive such as Kamakhonu and Magic Sands beaches. Hapuna Beach, one of Hawaii's best beaches with several hundred yards of white soft sand, is only 30 min. away. The clear water offers excellent swimming, snorkeling or boogie boarding when the surf picks up. Boogie boards, beach chairs, beach towels, umbrellas and beach toys are provided for you to enjoy!

Mahalo!

STVR 19-365859
NUC 19-1869
TA-026-050-5600-01
GE-026-050-5600-01

Property manager

Josephine

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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 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 deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-026-050-5600-01, GE-026-050-5600-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located in Kailua-Kona, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center 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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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kailua Pier - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 10 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Coffee & Tea - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private | Oceanview | Spacious | Bright 3BR House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private | Oceanview | Spacious | Bright 3BR House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private | Oceanview | Spacious | Bright 3BR House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private | Oceanview | Spacious | Bright 3BR House located?

Located in the heart of Kailua-Kona, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of KBXtreme, Hulihee Palace and Moku‘aikaua Church. Kona Brewing Company and Kona Inn Shopping Village are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenaro C.

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

Perfect location

This was a perfect location for my family. The house isn’t far from Ali’i drive, beaches, and the major stores. The evening sunset was wonderful! The host was very responsive and friendly. A great stay overall!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bryn K.

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

Beautiful and spacious home

We enjoyed our visit in Kona with our family. The couple of small issues were handled by the owners immediately, and we were very grateful for their speedy response. They went above and beyond by sending us a gift for NYE during our stay, which was lovely! Mahalo!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

Great stay!

My coworkers and I had an event and we stayed with Josephine! It was a beautiful house and she was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great views and very convenient location. The house is much larger than I anticipated based on the photos.m
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey O., Boise

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

Amazing views!

This house was open and roomy and had a amazing views! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Nice stay

We had a wonderful stay. This house is located in a gated community, which is very quiet. The house was well stocked with plenty of towels and bedding. Josephine was very responsive to any of my questions and concerns. I would definitely recommend this home for any families looking to stay in the Kona area. Very close to downtown Kona and a great central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

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

Ohana House

Spacious, comfortable house. Great view, quiet neighborhood and conveniently close to the airport, the village and an enormous grocery store. For our multi-generational group, the layout of the house was perfect since bedrooms are separated from each other and common areas. Overall a great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

DonNell W.

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

Beautiful View

We loved the fresh mangos off the tree! I do wish the kitchen would have had some more amenities, but overall it was fine. I would have also liked a little more seating in the living room so everyone (6) could have sat and visited. We did have a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Exactly as Advertised

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at this house in Kailua-Kona. The house was exactly as advertised; the house was clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen well-stocked, etc. We also loved coffee on the lanai for sunrise and drinks on the lanai for sunset. Josephine was extremely responsive and readily available,, and she even accommodated us with a late afternoon checkout. We'll stay here again next time we're in Kona.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Karen W.

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

Quiet oasis in nice neighborhood on the hill

We stayed 3 nights. I really liked the neighborhood, very quiet, great views. This property is very roomy, nice layout. I loved the lanai. The kitchen is well appointed and well stocked with staples, which is nice. The furnishings are on the cheaper side. The patio couch is incredibly uncomfortable. Honestly just needs new cushions. Kitchen is a little beat up but nothing terrible. The best part is the location. It’s a short drive to Alii drive and downtown Kona but it is so nice to be out of the fray. Safeway is close, which is convenient. Good base for trip to Kona.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Great place in a gated community

We are family of six, three generations, staying here for a week. Everything is smooth from the 1st inquiry to final security deposit refund. Owner is very responsive and pleasant to work with. The house is clean and well stocked. The view from lani is awesome! We BBQ twice there. Kitchen is great too! We cooked couple dinners and almost all breakfast there. The location is convenient, next to Walmart and Safeway. Owner also allowed us check out a few hours late without charge as the night we left was not rented out. I cannot ask for more. Love the place! Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Vicky A.

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

Allen vacation

We were here to have a relaxing time and see the sites/beaches/restaurants/hikes/parks - that we did. However, the house to us was not comfy. The couches were made up of a frame with particle board piece laying on top and cushion on top - very uncomfortable! This was the case for Both inside and outside furniture. Beds were very hard and not comfy. Pillows were ok. The only comfy place was out on the lanai, sitting on the tickets. E writhing else was clean - although the tiny single person shower in the massive master bath had us shaking our head as it was very claustrophobic. Lots of condiments and supplies along with very clean home was enjoyed by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam A., Novato CA

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

Wonderful week in Hawaii!

We loved our stay in this home. We were a group of four friends, and this 3 bedroom home accommodated all of us easily. The beds were very comfortable and the bedrooms are situated so that everyone had their privacy and quiet when they were not in the main rooms. The open living/dining room gave us plenty of space on the days we needed to get some work done. Hands down our favorite space was the lanai, so perfect for early morning coffee, lounging, evening cocktails. The view out to the ocean is so beautiful and we enjoyed using the binoculars to spot whales and watch the sunset in the evenings. The neighborhood is a very quiet, residential neighborhood, we didn't run into that many people but everyone we did meet was very nice and welcoming. The AC stopped working a couple of days in to our trip and the owners were very quick to respond and had someone out the next day to fix it. Thank you for a wonderful place to stay on Hawaii!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana S.

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

Location, location!

We had a fabulous trip staying In Mululani Green Haven. It was so close to everything in Kona and the location allowed us to miss so much of the traffic that we had to navigate through the other time we came to the big island. The convenience to grocery, water refills at WalMart, and easy access to Ali'i drive made this a fantastic choice. The neighborhood was quiet and tidy. I can't say enough good things about it. Also having the space of 3 bedrooms was wonderful! The main suggestion I have is to replace screens and some of the windows. We tried not to use the A/C more than necessary, but because some of the windows were hard to open and the screens had holes, we weren't able to cool the house off enough at night, so we ended up closing it up before we went to bed and relying on the A/C. Also some of the blind slats would fall down when we opened or closed them, and we had to pop them back into place. Also one of the burners on the stove was broken. Overall, these were minor details and we greatly enjoyed our stay. Josephine was great! She checked on us and was responsive to questions. I loved working with her. We would stay again! Awesome views also, and the lanai was fairly private. Excellent overall.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M., Winston-Salem, NC

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

Perfect family/group vacation home

I LOVED this house. When I was narrowing down my choices of where to stay, I had queried the owner about amenities and expected to hear back within 24 hours -- Josephine answered me in less than 20 minutes. On a Sunday morning. I booked with her right then and could not have been happier with my choice. The house is spacious, as are the patio and yard, with amazing views downslope to the ocean and up and down the coast. Sunsets to die for. My mom is a bird nut, so she had plenty of new ones to identify and observe (she'd never been to Hawaii). The neighborhood is quiet, the neighbors are friendly and every once in a while you're softly serenaded by someone's cow a block or two away at feeding time, which we thought was hilarious. Please keep in mind that this is someone's home and not one of the hotels out in town, so some of the towels and dishes don't match. Big whoop. But they have stocked it chock-full of every kitchen appliance you could need and there are beach supplies in the garage for your use. Overall, I can't say enough good things about our stay or the owner, who was lovely to deal with throughout. I will absolutely try to book my next big island trip to correspond with when this property is available!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Min M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

Pros: This place was a in a perfect location. It’s a very nice gated neighborhood that is quiet but still close to downtown Kona. The house is big and the lanai (as mentioned by others) is beautiful and perfect for starting and ending the day. The place has the basic utensils and kitchen stuff needed. The host is super nice and easy to communicate with. Cons: The house needs a lot of updates and is very basic. The screens and blinds are outdated and don’t work. The screen door is dented so it doesn’t close all the way. The blinds that another reviewer mentioned were going to be updated, still haven’t been and blinds fell off, wouldn’t close, etc. The shower door in the bathroom with a tub only has one door and it doesn’t work. The furniture is not comfortable (it’s all wicker). They don’t provide toiletries so bring your own. The WiFi had issues and it’s suuuper slow so it’s hard to do any work if you’re working remotely. All in all, if you’re looking for a basic place that is large, close and quiet, this place is great! We didn’t spend much time here since we were out and about all day long so it worked just fine for us. Would have loved it if it was a little nicer but it worked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Scott M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

Spacious and very convenient location. House needs a thorough cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silas W.

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

Great vacation house

Josephine is so awesome. Very flexible and accommodating to our requests. The house has a fantastic view and is conveniently located. The kitchen has all the seasoning I need. We had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rock B.

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

Great location, fine home

My family and I booked this home as we needed a place to stay while in town to attend my Grandpa’s funeral. We had adequate space, privacy, even enjoyed a mango or two from the tree out front. Great sized home that can accommodate 10+ for a casual hang.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large modern house in excellent location

Overall my family was comfortable but we found lack of maintenance such as broken screen door and bathroom shower missing half of sliding door should have been repaired. House was tidy on arrival, but could benefit from a professional deep cleaning. Hostess was available to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irit M.

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

Perfect spring break

Lovely house! We enjoyed our stay in Kona for our family’s spring vacation. The house is well equipped, comfortable beds, located close to Kona downtown and its beaches. It was amazing to wake up to the stunning views from the house! It is a great place to relax and the owner was kind, responsive, and gave us great recommendations for the area. Highly recommended, mahalu!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

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

Perfect Location!

The location of this property is ideal! Having stayed in Keahou and Kealakekua Bay areas on previous trips, it was wonderful to be feel 'in the center' of things. An easy drive north for the beaches, south for snorkeling, and close to town for eating out or picking things up. The gated community the house is in was quiet, safe, and the neighbours we met were friendly. The home itself was as advertised/reviewed and had a well stocked kitchen, plenty of bath and beach towels. The two singles, queen, king bed arrangement was ideal for our family. The view from the lanai overlooking the town of Kailua-Kona was wonderful. Checking in was straight forward and the opportunity for a later check-out greatly appreciated. Thanks Josephine for the checking in on us along the way and the use of your home! Aloha!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Great Spring Break

Fully stocked home including condiments and beach gear. Lovely home with great views. Safe and secure neighborhood. Great for family. Thanks Josephine❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Just what we were looking for

Great location - 5 minutes or less to town and in a gated community, so quiet and secure. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds very comfortable. The key to a top-notch VRBO stay is the host. We discovered an issue with the BBQ and Josephine had it replaced with a new one - on a Sunday! We paid $4.00 for a lime and I'm sure Josephine would have helped with that if she could.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bert R.

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

Beautiful home with a fantastic view

The home is located in a lovely gated community. Very quiet. The lanai and backyard had a gorgeous view of the ocean. The master bedroom is huge with a really nice bathroom The second bedroom is nice with a very large closet The third bedroom was small and while it would be great for small children it was a bit cramped for two adults ( we did kinda knew that by the the descr
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Josephine

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Our family loves to travel. Friends who live in Kona introduced us to this wonderful paradise. We were convinced that this will be our retiring place so we decided to find the right home. We did and this is the Malulani Green Haven.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the location of this house. It is on top of rock wall overlooking the most gorgeous panoramic view of the ocean. The house was built for our retirement home in paradise. The master bath was redesigned to fit a jacuzzi. We planted our favorite dwarf mango tree in front. Our first morning was the most exciting since we did not expect to see two cruise ships docked in our view from the lanai. Our family would like to share with you the experience of living in this lovely place and hope you will agree with our choice.

What makes this property unique

Malulani Gardens is a gated neighborhood right in the heart of Kailua-Kona. The location is very convenient to go anywhere whether it is to the beach, getting a quick meal, Starbucks coffee (around the corner) or picking up forgotten items (2 min from Walmart, Safeway). The tourist area of Ali'i Drive is only two miles away.

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