Delightful Artful Bungalow on Historic Estate Property. Choice Holualoa!

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Holualoa, HI

Magic Sands Beach
‪9 min drive‬
Kailua Pier
‪10 min drive‬
Kahalu'u Beach Park
‪11 min drive‬
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A charming 1930-era cottage, with a screened-in sitting area on the lanai, well-stocked kitchen, bath, will sleep two in a comfy queen-sized bed. Perfect for single or double occupancy. Covered parking close by. An outdoor patio fronting the cottage lanai, is a private sitting and dining space amongst the bananas and hundred-year-old mango tree, overhead. Cottage is on the property of an historic home, VRBO listing 495665, yet oriented toward the gardens of tropical landscape. Galley kitchen hosts a two burner gas stove, electric kettle, coffee-maker, microwave, toaster oven and under-counter refrigerator. A hibachi BBQ is stored behind the cottage for your convenience, with briquettes, and a chimney starter. Washer and dryer with detergent, in cottage carport. Beach chairs, beach towels, snorkel gear, body boards are supplied for your enjoyment and convenience.

Large landscaped yard to explore, with lawns to spread out on and breathe. Pick flowers or fruit, or enjoy the sunset from the adjacent Great Yard. Play with the bocce set, badminton, throw a football or frisbee on the lawn nearby. Or just sit and enjoy the spacious lawn.

Our coffee business, Kona Blue Sky Coffee Company, roasts quality beans on property in the family's 36 pound Sivetz coffee roaster. A stroll through your garage leads you to the large north yard and to the roast hale (pronounced ha-leh, meaning house, in Hawaiian). Take home fresh 100% Kona coffee to friends and family.

A friendly dog named Pua, and a social cat, Hobbes may greet you coming and going.

Hale Akala Cottage is centrally located in Kona. Fifteen minutes or less to beaches, restaurants, shopping, National Historic Parks, and museums.

One hour, 45 minute drive to the city of Hilo, on the east side of the island. Two hour drive south to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Please scroll down the page to Owner Info to view this property's main home listing, or visit Vrbo and look up property # 495665

**We ask that you please consider NOT purchasing single-use water bottles. Our rain fed aquifer lens-sourced Hawaii county water is treated, safe to drink, and delicious! Please consider bringing your beverage flasks of choice, and using them instead of plastic disposables while visiting the island! We all need to use less plastic! Thank you.

TA-193-208-5248-01 and GE-193-208-5248-01 Hawaii state tax ID#.

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Lisa

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Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking OK in yard and on terrace. Throw trash in

Keep car key fob soundings to a minimum. Please use silent lock practices, especially at night!

Smoking outside ONLY, and away from next door's main home rental. Leave no litter in the yard or on terrace.

Keep loud voices to a minimum after 10pm

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 and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GE-193-208-5248-01, TA-193-208-5248-01

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holualoa

Located in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Holualoa, this cottage is in a rural area. Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kona Le'a Plantation and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and KBXtreme are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.

Holualoa, HI

What's nearby

Magic Sands Beach - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
Keauhou Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
Kailua Pier - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Kailua-Kona Wharf - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Kahalu'u Beach Park - 11 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪On The Rocks - ‬9 min drive
‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬10 min drive
‪Magics Beach Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪Gypsea Gelato - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful Artful Bungalow on Historic Estate Property. Choice Holualoa! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Delightful Artful Bungalow on Historic Estate Property. Choice Holualoa! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful Artful Bungalow on Historic Estate Property. Choice Holualoa! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Artful Bungalow on Historic Estate Property. Choice Holualoa! located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dovetail and Studio 7 Gallery. Holualoa Gallery and Donkey Mill Art Center are also within 15 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

11 April 2025

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

Quaint Portuguese Cottage

What a spectacular get away! This quaint historical cottage and its setting was the ultimate Hawaiian experience. Lisa and her daughter Emma couldn’t have been more perfect hostesses. The cottage was spotless and the grounds were plush. We enjoyed glasses of wine in the large open green space overlooking Kona and the Pacific Ocean. In the morning we enjoyed freshly brewed coffee made from Lisa’s roasted beans from her coffee shed. That sweet screen porch was the perfect spot to read a book and enjoy that coffee. Just down the road is a fabulous restaurant. The Kitchen (for short) has a live band the first Friday of the month. We adored our stay in this VRBO as we felt we were able to absorb the culture of Hawaii better than if we stayed in a typical condo or hotel. Thank you, Lisa and Emma for making our anniversary a special one! Mahalo!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya K.

21 March 2025

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Loved it!

We loved our stay at Lisa’s little place, we didn’t want to leave :)Thanks Lisa!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seetha C.

1 March 2025

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

Wonderful place

We had an amazing time at the cottage! It was the perfect space for us and it was lovely meeting Lisa and learning more about her coffee.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

28 February 2025

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A real gem.

Great low-key spot if you want to experience time away from the resort scene.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

10 February 2025

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

A slice of paradise

We had a wonderful stay at the Bungalow. Our host, Lisa was clear and easy to communicate about check-in. The entire property is full of amazing plant and wildlife and stellar views. There was a lovely history about the bungalow itself and the property along with some snacks and coffee that is roasted right on the property waiting for us when we checked in which made us feel even more at home. Don’t hesitate to book here because you won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

4 February 2025

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Great stay. Unique property in the best way!

Cottage has everything you need and thoughtfully organized. This includes fresh fruit from trees on property and all the gear you need for the beach. Don’t hesitate, book now.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

10 January 2025

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Country retreat close to town

A peaceful cottage to return to after the day’s adventures. Beautiful place to watch the sunset from the great lawn. There are gentle sounds from the nearby animal life that charmed us. It was the perfect thing away from tourist central.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

3 January 2025

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Blue sky

We loved the cottage on the Blue Sky Coffee Property! Views were spectacular! Weather was the best as well. We were so grateful we found the listing on VRBO!

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

20 November 2024

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Unique little place

The cottage has a cool, unique history. It was comfortable for the two of us, and its location was perfect for the activities we chose. The view from the huge lawn area was superb and peaceful. Lisa was very nice, vry helpful and accommodating. I'm looking forward to trying some of the coffee we brought home that she roasts on the property. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

7 November 2024

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magical escape to nature

I planned this trip as a birthday celebration and also to help ground myself and sooth my nervous system toward the end of the election cycle. The cottage was really sweet and had everything I needed, the grounds were a wonderland with expansive views, and the chickens, cats and dogs were fun, ambient energies. Highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

28 September 2024

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Great honeymoon resting place!

We were so excited to stay at this unique cottage on our honeymoon trip to the Big Island. We loved that it was different from most other places to stay and off the beaten path. Lisa greeted us and was very nice and helpful. We were able to cook a couple simple meals which we enjoyed on the lanai or yard with an amazing view. The cottage had everything we needed for exploring the island. We also found some fruit on trees around the property when we explored. The only issue we had was with the shower. We sometimes couldn’t get hot water and when it was hot, it had low pressure. It didn’t ruin our trip but it was annoying.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

20 September 2024

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Home away from home

The best thing that any traveler can say about where they stay for vacation is that it felt like home. The cottage definitely made us feel like we belonged there. It met every need and had the character that we look for. It was special.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P.

6 August 2024

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Scenic, artistic getaway, above busy Kona

We loved Lisa’s cozy cottage It was such a beautiful setting with tropical plants everywhere!. All the details in a small space were well thought out. The kitchen had all you needed to prepare a fine meal. The bath room was roomy, with plenty of towels. The bed was quite comfortable. I loved the small porch and the spacious outdoor lawn and overlook, perfect for morning coffee. it was a plus having a washer and dryer in a.covered garage. This space was also a covered space for a car. I loved all the little touches in color choices and art.it was close to a small town which you could carefully walk to, or drive if you wish. I liked the chickens and the frogs at night. Perfect for two. Lisa was a perfect host she met us but gave us space to be on our own. She also said goodbye and gave recommendations for our further travel.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

27 June 2024

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A beautiful oasis

Between the views, the property and the kindness of the host our trip was everything we needed and more.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John I.

14 June 2024

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A great place to stay

Very comfortable, loved the location, great to be a few degrees cooler than in town, enjoyed the sunsets from the garden. The restaurant in the village was great. Thanks Lisa and Emma and the chickens!!

Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

ole h.

3 May 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication

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Ole henriksen

Tiny small cabin no room for 2 persons. Too expensive for such a small place!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

30 April 2024

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Lovely stay in Holualoa

My husband and I had a wonderful week stay at Lisa’s cottage. It’s a beautiful location surrounded by lush plantings with an expansive view of the ocean from the great lawn. We drank our delicious Kona Blue Sky coffee each morning from there and watched the sunset over the ocean in the evenings. The cute villlage of Holualoa is just up the road and it’s so nice to be above the business of Kailua—Kona while still being close to everything. Hope to return!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K., Portland

30 March 2024

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Truly getting away!

We loved so much about our stay here - the wide lawn overlooking terrific ocean views, the “real Hawaii” feel, the uncrowded atmosphere, and of course the chickens with their chicks! This was perfect for 2 laid back people to enjoy!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

8 February 2024

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Unique Stay - But Wonderful

This was our third place to stay on this trip to the Big Island and the accommodations were far different from our other stops. We had stayed in a condo in downtown Kailua and then at a condo in the resort area of Waikoloa. This was a stay in the country. The "cabin-like" accommodation comfortable and the location was both refreshing and invigorating. This cabin is situated on a large parcel of land that was beautifully landscaped. There was a large expansive lawn area surrounded by flowers which provided wonderful a 180 degree unobstructed view of the Kailua area and provided very nice sunsets. We were provided with beach towels, boogie boards, beach chairs and snorkel equipment for our use. We especially loved the screened-in lanai and the cooler temperatures found up on the mountain. The temperatures here are 5-10 degrees cooler that in downtown Kailua or in Waikoloa. The only issue that you should be aware of is that at night, the coqui frogs can be very loud (especially after a rain!). It would have been nice to have some earplugs that first night. By the second night we had gotten used to the sounds. There are also a number of hens and roosters around - which could also be noisy at times. If you want to stay in a unique place that has flowers, trees, views and can handle the animal sounds, you should definitely stay here.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

melinda k.

3 February 2024

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Perfect end to our Hawaiian adventure

Lisa has a lovely cottage set up for guests. The setting and view are amazing. She came by to introduce herself - a lovely and very hardworking woman. The cottage had everything we needed .

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane v h.

30 January 2024

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Very special and unusual

On our arrival at this lovely pink cottage we were touched by the fresh fruits, flower arrangement, and excellent coffee, roasted by Lisa. The kitchen was newly remodeled with a cabinet, beautiful quartz countertop and 2-burner electric stovetop. The space was cozy, immaculate and had everything we needed. We particularly loved the history connected to the cottage and land, as well as the artwork inside. It was very creative! There is a carport and another rental nearby, but no lack of privacy. It was quiet, with entertainment mainly from birdsong and coquis, as well as a few chickens with newly hatched chicks. The large lawn had an infinity-like edge to it, with an endless view to the ocean. We sat there to watch the sun go down, and also to exercise on the soft grass. The extensive grounds had beautiful gardens and fruit trees. Lisa's modern coffee roasting workplace was behind our cottage. We had the chance to buy her freshly roasted coffee which was a real treat on our return to our below zero home! Lisa is a wonderful host, warm and welcoming. If you are looking for a place that has a feel of authentic Hawaii and is within the artistic community of Holualoa, away from the hustle-bustle of resorts but still close to local attractions, this is it!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

27 January 2024

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Cottage Charm in Paradise

If you love history and character this is the place for you! Lisa's property is absolutely stunning. My husband and I stayed in her cottage during our first stop on the big island. This is the perfect place to stay right outside of Kona. Thank you for your hospitality, Lisa.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Alex G.

24 January 2024

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Cosy stay on a beautiful property

Lisa was a very communicative and welcoming host. The place was clean and super cute, we loved the screened lanai for morning coffee. The kitchen had everything you need and the coffee and fruit provided were much appreciated. The lawn overlooking the water was spectacular at sunset. The only downsides were the driveway, very steep and hard to get out of in our dodge charger rental, and there was a fair amount of car noise from the road and lots of roosters crowing from the neighbouring property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Shana F.

23 December 2023

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Authentic cottage on family farm

The cottage is very cute with many original touches. The kitchen comes with a blender, rice cooker, etc. but overall has a very basic propane stove and cutlery/knives. It is worth noting that the cottage faces a back sitting area with a carpool on the ocean side so it doesn’t look out towards the ocean. The windows all have screens but some didn’t close so you get a constant breeze. There are no fans and it can become humid. The frogs at night are quite loud and it would be wise to bring ear plugs. It doesn’t have very comfortable seating on the lanai but there are additional chairs on the back patio area. This is a true step back in time.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K., Houston, texas

29 November 2023

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Great Cottage

My son and i visited the island for the first time and enjoyed our stay. He said it was the best trip ever! My son loved Hobbs the cat! He also enjoyed exploring the property and picking fresh star fruit. We were provided with fresh bananas, fresh star fruit, freshly roasted coffee and even with conversation at night! We had so much fun going out and exploring everyday.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa

Aloha! I'm Lisa. I'm Hawaii-born and raised (in Honolulu and Hilo,) and have lived here on this property for thirty-nine years raising four children with my husband, Christian. I love to share my culture, our Islands' stories and history with all. I cherish my morning coffee, friendships, food, gardening and yard work, and beach combing!

Why they chose this property

Hale Akala is a special piece of Kona.The main home was built in 1895, the cottage in the 1930s by Manuel Silveira Goularte, a Portuguese rancher who raised his thirteen children here. It was utilized by cowboys of the neighboring Greenwell family's Palani Ranch to re-supply and feed ranch-hands in the 1920 and 30s. Abandoned and left to the elements before WWII, it was eventually purchased by Christian's grandparents, William and Margaret of Honolulu, in 1945. Wanting to retire to Kona (where Margaret's great-grandparents Reverend Asa and Lucy Thurston--part of the company of first Christian missionaries to the Islands who arrived in Kailua-Kona, the seat of Hawaii's ruling Kamehameha reign, in 1820 and lived until the 1860s) they chose the cool uplands of Holualoa. Hale Akala has been in the family for four generations. A few cattle roam the surrounding acres of pasture and you'll hear an occasional bull bellowing from nearby Palani Ranch, in the quiet evening hours.

What makes this property unique

The spacious nature of the property, old established landscaping, dry-stacked rock walls (a ranching-heritage feature that you'll see all over Kona,) pathways, fruit trees, flower beds, along with the home's architectural appeal will make you feel and know that all is well in the world when people care for who, and what they love. Thank you for reading this description and considering a stay at Hale Akala Cottage.

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