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Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets!

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A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and wicker chairs. It features large sliding glass doors leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean. - Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! (Kamuela)
A coastal house with a white exterior, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, overlooking a clear blue sea. - Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! (Kamuela)
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, white walls, and a large window offering a view of greenery. - Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! (Kamuela)
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of palm trees. - Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! (Kamuela)
A rocky shoreline with clear water and a mountain in the background. - Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! (Kamuela)
Escape to Blue Makai, where spaciousness and tranquility blend in perfect harmony. Unwind with the soothing sounds of the Pacific Ocean and balmy breezes under shaded trees or retreat indoors to a 1,560 sq ft haven featuring two bedrooms.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets!

  • Blue Makai has a sense of spaciousness on the property with a large yard and shoreline access. Trees just above the water’s edge offer shade for enjoying the sights and sounds, balmy breezes and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. The spaciousness extends indoors as the two bedroom home boasts 1,560 sq feet of living space.

    BEDROOM & BATHROOM
    • Bedroom 1: Master Cal-King bed, Ensuite with shower/tub, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
    • Bedroom 2: Queen bed, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
    • Bathroom 2: Tub/shower
    • Living room: Twin bed
    • Outdoor shower

    Hawaii GE & TA tax number 196-550-7584-01

    STVR 19-366281

    NUC 19-1898

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,560 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-182-384-3840-01, 690050260000, GE-182-384-3840-01

About the neighborhood

Located in Kamuela, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rutgers Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Anna Ranch Heritage Center. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kamuela travel guide
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • A clear blue sea with a distant shoreline and scattered clouds.
    Puako Beach
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a row of blue umbrellas.
    Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • A beach with turquoise water, sandy shore, and lush green trees.
    Mauna Kea Beach
    15 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    8 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach
    13 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mauna Kea Cafe & Market
    14 min drive
  • Juice 101
    15 min drive
  • CanoeHouse
    18 min drive
  • Tommy Bahama Tropical Café
    15 min drive
  • Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Puako Beach and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Waialea Beach and Puako Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Big Island Blue Makai - Rare Oceanfront 2 BR in Puako, Turtles and Sunsets! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We saw dolphins off the deck on the first day! The location was amazing and we were able to snorkel right out front.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Blue Makai

This is a classic Hawaii oceanfront home. If you're looking for modern, then this isn't for you. Reminds me of how the Big Island was when I was a child.... which is exactly what we were looking for. Was everything the listing shows it to be. Peaceful location. We would come back to this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

Blue makai

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very well appointed unit in a nice locatio.A little problem with the smar TV that was smarter than we were.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

A lovely house to relax in

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I think it was our fourth time in this lovely home and it was just as great as it has been in the past. Great whale watching. The only thing that was hard to adjust to was no cable connection and we could not even get decent news or sports on the television. The property managers are terrific.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

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

Slice of heaven from the first day to the last

We stayed over Christmas break 2024. We arrived and immediately checked out the beach. Saw the tide pools and turtles right away. We were sold. The water was not too rough because of the coral reef break. We usually stay on North shore of Oahu and water is not conducive to all ages and skill levels. This beach accommodated our youngest (9 yr old) to our oldest (70 yr old) and us in between, too!Turtles everyday, fish everyday, an eel on occasion… and whales almost everyday. The beds were comfortable, the bathrooms functional. Plenty of towels and linens and toiletries. Fully stocked kitchen. We cooked our Christmas dinner after grocery shopping and didn’t ‘need’ anything that wasn’t there. Large washer and dryer, so next time, we won’t overpack! ;-)Saw the lava spewing from the active volcano, had malasadas from the truck up the road, ‘adopted’ a dog for the day from the humane society near Hilo, shopped farmers markets and resorts- did almost all we wanted to do… but anytime away from the house was time away from ‘our’ beach… and we loved the beach!!!We even went to the goodwill and lucked out and found a Christmas tree!!! A palm tree Christmas tree!!! And a wreath and some stockings! It was as close to a Christmas at home as we could make it! All for about 50 dollars! We dropped off our purchases back at the goodwill before heading home!We’re already trying to plan our next trip back, but the booking calendar is jam packed!We recommend this home 100%
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

A perfect location and very homey feeling

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Been to this home many times and still love it. It looks a little over used in that paint needs touch up, air conditioners could be updated, but basically it feels like a family home that can welcome children. You can’t beat the lanai and outdoor shower. Sadly, the empty lot next door now has a big boat and storage containers along with some activity with machinery.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

wonderful Puako beach house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For us this beach house has it all. If you are looking for a quiet, beach front house, this might be the place. (if you are looking for bright lights, bustling crowds, new/shiny rooms/fixtures, or the 'feel' of a resort, look elsewhere).Quiet dead-end street (Puako Beach rd), neighborly feel, Puako General Store 1/2 mile away, nice walks on street, along beach to S to Mauni Lani, near Hapuna and 69 beaches, 15 minute drive to Waikola village grocery, fantastic outdoor shower!, deck/lanai - amazing, what else can be said, we spent as much time on lanai as possible, good snorkeling spot near end of road. Hawaiian Villa rental staff was quite friendly and helpful. We'd love to come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie G.

Happiness in Hawaii

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was lovely. Robbie was available for any questions we had. Perfect stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

A lovely Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed the Blue Makai, the front porch is a treasure!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

Refreshing Blue Makai Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our time at Blue Makai was just wonderful. It was ready for enjoyment from the moment we entered, with welcoming lights lit, a basket of treats on the counter and cooling fans spinning in each room. The VIEW is unsurpassed...sunrises or sunsets, equally stunning. Quiet, private, comfortable and attractive. We loved the porch, the tide pools, turtles, breezes, location, ahhhh! The house is fully stocked, kitchen and baths have all the amenities needed. We found ourselves lost in the laidback Hawaiian lifestyle while taking in God's creation. This is an island retreat that we would like to visit again.All descriptions are accurate,shopping is convenient,and the customer service from Trinity Properties was above and beyond our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to relax and enjoy quiet sunsets. It was truly a Hawaiian experience and I’ll remember it as one of my favorites!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Right on the ocean with easy access to anything you want to do. No central air, but the constant breeze means that's not a problem. I'd stay here again in a second.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Wonderful stay and amazing view

We loved our stay! the view from the porch is amazing and we enjoyed spending most of our time at the house on the porch and the waterfront. Being right on the water was so peaceful and we loved the sunsets every night. The property manager was lovely and she called us before our trip to make sure we had all of the information we needed to find the house and get in, which was great because we actually hadn't received the automatic email. The house had everything we needed including beach chairs, umbrella etc. If we ever go back to Kona we will stay there again - recommend it completely!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bronagh H.

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

Amazing Spot!

Loved every minute of our stay. Perfect location. Comfortable and well stocked house. Amazing customer service (shout out to Robbie). And spotless house. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan R.

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

Puako Gem

We had a great time. It's right on the ocean, the kitchen had everything we needed for some ambitious meals, and the sliding doors were a pleasure to operate.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

Serenity

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just perfect location away from the crowds at resorts. The sound of the waves and the sunsets are rejuvenating.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Francoise H.

Wonderful location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice cottage in a quiet neighborhood! Nicely furnished and very comfortable with everything you need in the kitchen and in the house. So close to the ocean and very nice lanai! Very nice management as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

recent stay in August 2022

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our experience was much as we expected. The older single cabin like property was clean and well maintained with adequate space and everything worked and easy to use. Most important local excellent management service was available and very responsive to any need even if you had more serious problem always there
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JESSE L.

SO RELAXING!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We go to Hawaii most years and we always rent from 2Papayas. Usually, we stay at one of the houses right on Beach 69 (Wailea Bay), but none were available for our timeframe. We rented Blue Makai maybe feeling a little disappointed about not being at the beach. Once we got to Blue Makai we were so NOT disappointed! The oceanfront location and the tranquil lanai made up for being able to walk to the beach. The lanai has a beautiful antique teak daybed wonderful for just lounging and watching the waves. (Or napping!) We saw turtles and dolphins swimming in front of the house. Unlike the beach, it was very quiet and private. The trade winds and the lanai fans kept the mosquitos to a minimum. The house is old, charming, and well decorated. The kitchenware was super well stocked. All the pots/pans were stainless steel and there was a large cast iron enamel dutch oven (Costco's version of Le Cruset). I like a very firm mattress and my daughter likes a squishy mattress. Somehow the mattresses were comfortable for both of us. Some members of our family are severely intolerant of synthetic fragrances. Mary uses unscented laundry detergent in all her properties and low/no scent on all other cleaning products. The mattresses and washer/dryer don't reek of fragrance like most places. We usually struggle with fake scents when traveling but never at 2Papayas properties. Mary and team are always responsive to any issues.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

Updated, elegant and traditional "beach shack"

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the perfect quiet place to relax, see turtles, hear the waves 24/7 and feel like you are in old Hawaii.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Best vacation ever!!!🤿

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I enjoyed 9 luscious days at Blue Makai in June. Our favorite was the private expansive ocean views of every hue of blue imaginable! We never went out to eat or really to do anything but snorkeling twice a day right in front of the house! So peaceful, so magical...we will definitely be back! The outdoor shower is a huge bonus for avid snorkelers like us! A Blue Makai vacation is pure bliss! 🐬🐙🐠
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jen m.

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

Fabulous!

Great house, great view, great location, great diving and paddleboarding out front!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan S.

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

Wonderful week

Wonderful little facility with a terrific view. Other than some overcast days, we had a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vandy H.

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

Restorative retreat

Blue Makai was everything we were looking for -- private, beautiful, low key residential street. If you want to be near night life, music, or able to easily walk to dinner or shop at unique local businesses, etc, this is NOT the place for you. The closest places to really purchase food (the General Store is very bare bones) are malls with chain stores in big resorts that are almost 10 minute drive at minimum. That said, its isolation was part of what made it heaven for us. We loaded up on groceries and cooked IN every night, watching the sunset over the gorgeous ocean and lava rock. Terrific host, helpful check in, every desired amenity and incredible location on the water with tide pools, snorkeling and turtles right out the back door!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

The best home!

I almost hate to leave this review, since I want to return again and again and don't want other people to book it up before me! This is the house I have been looking for in Hawaii. On the water, quiet, a real home. The kids played in the tide pools all day long, we ate every meal outside on the porch, and the management company was easy to work with and responsive. We have stayed in a lot of places in Hawaii (condos, homes, resorts) and this is by far my favorite. Hoping to return next year
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022