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PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Mauna Lani Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Waikoloa, HI (WKL-Waikoloa Heliport)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

Immerse yourself in paradise at our tranquil completely restored vintage beach cottage. We're located in Puako, the only beachfront community on the Kohala coast on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Puako was an ancient fishing village and is now known for its green sea turtles, colorful tropical fish and spectacular sunsets. If you're vacationing during the winter months, watch for the humpback whales that return every year to romp and play.

The weather here is sunny year-round. There's easy access to ocean beaches, ancient petroglyphs, spectacular golf courses, shopping, world-class resorts and fine dining.

Private parking and entry to property, surrounded by lush greenery and private yard setting.
2 bedrooms (2 Queen-sized beds) View Photos. The second bedroom is shared with the open living area which makes a comfortable living space.

Halekawikapuako has always adhered to strict cleaning procedures, such as cold fogging and total surface cleaning and disaffecting, for your and our safety and comfort ...
1 bathroom with New custom built tile shower
and a private garden full body shower and foot wash(for beach sand), private !
dining room
spacious fully equipped kitchen
living room with TV/Cable/Stereo-Dish radio station
Internet connection
2 lovely lanai (front deck and back lanai)
directly across the street from the ocean
easy access to the shoreline

Property manager

Kim or David
Premier Host

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 3–17
Kid damage will be charged
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Events

No events allowed
All parties and events must pre approved
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Pets

No pets allowed
Service animals must be pre approved
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Front deck no buts on ground or off grounds
price point is for 4 guest, extra guest is at $25 each additional body.....per night,

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
Note from host: all parties and events must pre approved
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-019-160-2688-01, GE-019-160-2688-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point 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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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 19 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 22 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Puako Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Puako Bay and Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 222 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 222 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Heaven on earth

Great location, amazing hosts. Several beach access spots within a 5 min walk. House is great, plus you have a lanai in back and front deck is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Enjoy
Stayed 41 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

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

wonderful people and wonderful place to stay

Everything about the house and hosts were just the best of the many places we've stayed. We didn't want to leave. They do a great job, and the kitchen is great for cooking, the location beautiful, and on and on. It is a special placeWe are seniors, and it was a comfortable place for us, and the ocean and wildlife were magical there. .
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Puako Vintage Cottage is a wonderful place to stay!

Aloha, Excellent location; the house is stocked with helpful items for vacationers--beach towels, beach chairs, coolers...the lanai and deck are delightful and the outdoor shower is exceptional. David and Kim are delightful people. I hope to visit again soon. Mahalo Kim and David.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary a.

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

Cute cottage

Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage. The host and hostess were especially gracious and allowed us to visit with their pet pigs. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis W.

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

Awesome cottage

We have stayed at a few different places in Puako and we found our favorite for sure. We loved the layout of the cottage and it was very clean and secluded. It was stocked with everything that we needed and enjoyed our stay. David was an excellent host and was there to help whenever we needed it. We plan on returning next year to stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

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

Wonderful

David and Kim are wonderful hosts. Their home is so well designed and delightful. Full of beautiful original art, it is breezy and bright. It feels very private even though the hosts live just behind the house. This place really shows the love and attention of its owners.Puako is a delight if you're looking for something quiet and out of the way. Just across the street from a turtle resting place and lovely tidepools.We have stayed here before and hope to return again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

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

Perfect cottage close to the best beaches

My teens and I had the best time at Kim and David's. David met us on our first night and regaled us with stories and information about the property. We explored the area on the bikes that came with the cottage which is one of my favourite ways to discover a new place. We used the boogie boards and beach gear, that were also complimentary, to go to Hapuna which was a highlight of our trip and so much fun. Not only was there so much to see and do in around Puako, the cottage was so cute and creatively decorated it felt good to come back to. I would love to stay here again as it had everything I’d need, it was so clean and did not smell of must or mold which is a big deal for people like me with asthma.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Neighbor island visit

We live in Maui and visited the Big Island for a week of scuba diving and birdwatching. I wanted to stay a little off the beaten path and this cottage in Pauko was perfect. It was quiet and quaint, full of Hawaiiana and located directly across the street from the beach. We are so grateful that we discovered this little gem!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara and Jeff S.

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

Another perfect week!

This was our second time staying here. It really felt like home away from home. David even got bikes out for us so we could ride in the quiet neighborhood! There are beach accesses with beautiful coast lines right across the street. We are 5 minutes drive from Hapuna beach. David and Kim have everything you need for staying at the beach. We’ll definitely stay there again! Thanks for your hospitality, David and Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Puako vintage home

Fantastic location. attentive and respectful owner. Cozy home with full amenities. Great outdoor shower. Morning coffee on the lanai listening to bird life was amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Pauko

We had a wonderful stay. Home was clean and in a great location. Many beach entry points up and down the street. So far this has been our favorite place to stay. Best part is walking down to one of the many beach entry points to watch the sun set. Lots of places to snorkel too. Loved our time on the Big Island. Lots to do just a drive away. David and Kim were wonderful. You’ll have to ask about Little Little and Radiant!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

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

Winter getaway

Very clean, very comfortable and a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Vacation

Great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

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

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Amazing!

We had an amazing stay here! It was exactly as advertised and even better. The cottage is charming and full of character, offering the perfect blend of charm and comfort. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and responsive, making our stay even more enjoyable. The location is ideal—peaceful, beautiful, and just steps away from the beach. We can't wait to come back the next time we're on the Big Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Thanks Kim and David

Thanks you to Kim and David. Fifth time we have stayed in the cottage. Absolutely love the location, hosts, and facilities. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Relaxing, comfortable, enjoyable.

David is the perfect host, made you feel like the space was yours as much as it is his. Very well equipped, lanai was spacious and beyond comfortable. The outside shower is a must! Would stay here again without hesitation. Little little was a pleasure to meet!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisha W.

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

Lovely time in Puako

Cottage was a great place to stay and close to some of the best beaches on the island!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W.

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

Puako Paradise

This is our favorite place to stay when we’re on the Big Island! We will be back again ! Mahalo!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay S., Wa

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

Beach house

Great place, just as advertised
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., PORTLAND

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

Great location. Great hosts.

The house is a great size with 2 lanais. It was very clean, and the hosts were available when needed. It was a fantastic experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Perfect Stay!

We had a great time, it was perfect! Mahalo! Would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

All systems good.

Loved the house, gardens, location and the hosts. Definitely up a step on the ol’ evolutionary scale.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

THE BEST vacation spot ever!

This vintage cottage was the ideal place to be! Lovely home, clean, well-stocked, great amenities, communicative and friendly host, and most beautiful, relaxing, beach location on the island!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Paradise

Amazing location walking distance to several public beach accesses. 10 mn from beautiful Hapuna Beach. Cottage has 3 great areas. Front deck, inside the cottage and great back patio.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J I.

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

Truly Magical

Puako is a piece of Hawaii heaven. From the ocean sunsets, to the turtles, the quiet and gentleness of the night breeze. David’s house is a rare gem and a bright, airy, and well stocked space to have as your home base. We’ve stayed multiple times and hope to keep coming back! Great beds, showers, kitchen gear, beach gear, and AC when you need it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kim or David

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Why they chose this property

It's just that Puako is such a rare and special place and to have a chance to Live Work and Play in this area for many years now, We count our blessings, Mahalo David & Kim

What makes this property unique

Other than LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION, I would say;The fact that the property had an original !940's Beach cottage which was worth saving and we wanted to continue giving folks a chance to enjoy this incredible area and in the style of an earlier Hawaii that helped to make this a special choice for us Mahalo David & Kim

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests