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PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!

Hale Nana Kohola (Whale Watch House) Located in the heart of Puako, offers a tropical retreat that showcases the best of Hawaii and is perfect for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. Escape to the sunny Kohala Coast on the Island of Hawaii. Hawaii's perfect year-round weather allows for your endless summer. Puako is one of the sunniest spots in all Hawaii. This tropical paradise meets the blue Pacific ocean. Hale Nana Kohola frames Haleakala, Maui's highest peak directly from the gorgeous lanais across the reflective HEATED infinity swimming pool.

Hale Nana Kohola is located on one of the most unique spots in all of Hawaii!! Puako is a quiet cul-de-sac street about 3 miles long. Puako is only one of two beachfront communities on a not a through street in all of Hawaii. Puako Beach has an old Hawaiian ambiance. Our entire community is a tropical paradise with only one access. There is only a handful of true beachfront vacation rentals in Puako Beach and Hale Nana Kohola ( the whale watch house) is one of the few.

Swim in the 360° infinity edge heated pool while overlooking the gorgeous lava and coral reef a few feet away.

We offer kayaking, snorkeling and stand-up paddling just steps from the lanai. All of the equipment is provided when you stay at our luxury vacation home!

You feel thoroughly at home, and completely at your best with every imaginable amenity. Designed to inspire, its beauty and connects you with the surrounding environment.

'Hale Nana Kohola' (the Whale watch House) is over 7000 sq ft under roof of architectural masterpiece on the beach in beautiful Puako. Several lanais to lounge around on when you're not at the beach. Kayaking and snorkeling only steps away in pristine clear coral reefs where Humpback whales come to breed.

Our home offers 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms with their own baths, a media room with a bath, an open living, dining and gourmet kitchen area with cathedral ceilings that opens to a huge covered lanai adjacent to the 46' 360 degree infinity pool. Each bedroom, the living and media room, each have a large flat screen TV complete with an advanced audio system. Great care was taken with the landscape, creating a beautiful palm tree oasis on the ocean side. This gorgeously designed home is topped off with a 3rd story 'whale watch' retreat that offers 360 degree view. New mattresses and luxurious bedding in all master and guest bedrooms (Oct 2023).

The swimming pool has direct access from the first floor. For children are not water safe it is recommended that they wear a life vest when in the vicinity of the pool.
Hale Nana Kohola has hosted numerous birthday, anniversary and other family reunions for the past 10 years. Our house is constantly being upgraded and is in pristine condition. The Hawaiian Polynesian design has a couple of thousand square feet of lanais for amazing indoor and outdoor living.
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Our media room is equipped with luxury chairs and a full bath for ‘overflow’ guests. There is also a Queen Murphy bed in the media room, which converts to the fifth bedroom.

Great care has been taken with the landscape of our beach house vacation rental, creating a beautiful Hawaiian oasis including a hammock stretched between two palms ocean side. This home is one of the few in Puako with a sandy beach right in front complete with the protected ‘lava reef pools’ for your little ones. The ancient Hawaiians have named one of the pools in front of Hale Nana Kohola the “Queens Bath”.

This gorgeously designed luxury vacation rental home is topped off with a 3rd story “whale watch” retreat that offers 360-degree views across the land and ocean from the sunrise over Mauna Kea to the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. One of the rituals at Hale Nana Kohola is watching the sunset from the chairs on the beach. And amazing sunsets they are!

Enjoy the coral reefs where Humpback whales come to breed and give birth, from December to April. The sea turtles reside year round.

This property is compliant with Hawaii State Legislation (HB2078) for vacation rental accommodation Hawaii Tax TA-003-387-3920-01 And general excise tax GE-179-640-8832-01, and STVR-19-368809
On Island Caretaker Nathalie Whitfield

Property manager

Michele Brown

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 35

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 4 kids maximum

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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-003-387-3920-01, GE-179-640-8832-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxury Beach Vacation Rental Home Beach Heart Puako Beach HI
31 night Minimum July 2020 PUAKO ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL
Vacation Rental Heart Puako Hi

About the neighborhood

Map
Puako, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 13 min walk
  • Waialea Beach - 5 min drive
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 10 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 15 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lagoon Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela vacation home is steps from Puako Bay and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amelia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious 90th birthday party!
Six women - grandmother, 2 daughters. three 30-something granddaughters spent a week in this spacious open-to- the-world house. Walk out from first floor bedroom onto deck of infinity pool, edge often lined with colorful birds drinking and bathing. Better still, down 8 steps, across a patch of grass onto beach and into the sea, home to local turtles. No problem here for 90 year old with bad knees. Four big bedrooms, tv room makes adequate bedroom for kids or adult who wants to be outside all day anyway. House front opens almost completely to the ocean and we never closed those big shutters, night nor day in mid April. Owners keep bugs away for the most part by spraying when we weren't there. Current concierge Nathalie a gem of helpfulness. We splurged extra on chef Rio for 4 nights of sunset drinks on beach and candlelit dinners on porch. Could we nit-pick things like a deck too hot to navigate without shoes? We weren't looking for 5 star elegance; we wanted and GOT a 5 star experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Still fantastic with new owners
This was our fourth visit to the house and first time with the new owners. We were glad to see all the old charms remain and everything has been kept in good condition. The yard felt more open and spacious with some of the foliage trimmed back, so our boys were able to enjoy a lot of soccer and frisbee. The well-stocked kitchen is huge and was able to accommodate all our cooking. We always talk about taking excursions on the Big Island, but once we're there, the house is so wonderful, we never want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A., Lake Forest

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home and location
This home is beautiful, spacious, incredibly well equipped, location right on the ocean, whales sited everyday, gorgeous sunsets. Not sure the home could be better.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Thanksgiving Vacation
Our entire family enjoyed the house, pool, beach and yard. Lots of lounging space and water toys to entertain young and old. The large and well equipped kitchen made cooking easy and family friendly. We would definitely like to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
The entire family had an awesome time. Location was amazing. Being able to walk out to your own beach ws the best. It iwas a great spot to have out family photos done. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Family vacation
Beautiful property with stunning views. A perfect home for large families to gather and make memories. Just beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly and amazing place
The property was just amazing. It exceeded expectations. The privacy of the property was perfect for our family of 10. Allowed for us to swim whenever we wanted, enjoy the sunsets from the beach, and lots of family dinners at the outdoor dining area. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat in paradise
Pictures do not do this stunning house and location justice. The Jenny House does not disappoint. This is my 3rd visit and I really hope it won’t be the last. To arrive is to instantly relax and feel the Aloha spirit move you. Thanks for a truly restorative and fun filled week.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Property
Some distance from the main city and shopping. The beach was somewhat rocky with not a very good place to swim. The bed in the master bedroom needs to be replaced. The bed slops down to a point where you almost fall off. Also, I woke up was a sore back every morning. The house is perfect for a large family, particularly with children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

elizabeth v., Santa Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not a great rental
You can not swim in the ocean as the beach is full of rocks and reef. The house has poor lighting, the cook top is antiquated. The TV’s need 3 remotes to operate so it is very difficult to turn on and see cable and or Apple TV. There is no central air. The sink in the powder room is broken. There are ants everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing
From the minute we booked our stay to the minute we left, the communication between Owner and concierge was amazing and instant replies. We were greeted at the home when we arrived by Nikki and she took care of all our needs plus 24/7 for emergencies which thankfully there were none. The house was totally stocked with plenty of glasses, dishes, silverware, pots and pans, all essentials, plus anything thing for outdoor play. The website is totally correct on the toys they have for you. Instructions on how to use everything were all very easy to follow. The views from every room in the house are all amazing. We hope to come back someday in the near future
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

matthew s., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
What a place!
This is by far the best house we have ever stayed at while on vacation. It was worth every penny! Great snorkelling out front with plenty of fish and turtles to see. The house and pool were amazing. We will Forsure be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun for 10 days
Stayed for 10 days with the family. 2 adults and 5 children in ages from 4-17. Everyone enjoyed the place tremendously. What a wonderful place!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elma V.

Liked: Cleanliness
High-end Hawaii
This fabulous property was all we’d dreamt of and hoped for. The home was beautifully appointed and nothing was overlooked. The only downside was that the televisions were very complicated to operate and the instructions for each was different.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie L., Belleair, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation
Property was as described. Spacious. Beautiful. Great location - out of the busy tourist area, but conveniently located. Stocked with water toys and kitchen supplies. Nathalie the manager was responsive and incredibly helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaye D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly wonderful property
One always hopes the house is as good as portrayed in the photos, and this one did not disappoint! Incredible architecture, layout and views. Wonderful outdoor living spaces, and a perfectly maintained yard. Great kitchen - we cooked in every night. Our family ranges from age 2 to 84 and everyone was comfortable and happy. To be right on the water is always a special treat, and the sunsets were spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in so many ways.
The property was beautiful with nice large comfortable bedrooms, a well stocked kitchen and a great family room. The grill, lanai and pool areas were beautiful and looked out over the bay, Would rent again tomorrow if I had the time:)
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on Puako!
We could not have been more pleased with our stay at Hale Nana Koholo! This home exceeded our every expectation which was an incredible fete given the amazing images and write ups provided before our stay. Every aspect of our experience was simply perfect. The property manager, Nathalie was very responsive and helpful in all of our pre-arrival planning and questions. The home is, of course, spectacular in every measure. What is not captured in the online information is how superbly appointed the home is. Every detail from decor/furniture/sound system/bikes/activities and of course the furnishings of the outstanding kitchen were impeccable. Other than what we needed to wear and wanted to cook was provided. LOOK NO FURTHER if you are looking for an amazing home on gorgeous beach on Hawai'i!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy r., Lake Oswego Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in Puako
Spent an amazing week in Puako at this beautiful home! Everything you would ever need is all under one roof. The neighborhood is quiet and a great area to walk. The beach out back offers wonderful views and opportunities to explore the ocean! The house itself is comfortable, spacious and fully equipped with all the comforts of home! We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
Fantastic, all the way around. Communication, property manager, description of property, kitchen ready for family gathering, comfortable bedrooms, fresh ocean breeze and incredible views. Turtles, dolphins, sea cucumbers, whales, craba….something different everyday!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

doug k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Extraordinary
Spectacular home, grounds and setting. Superbly managed by friendly, professional staff. Gracious hosts. Completely stocked. Kayaks, stand-up boards, snorkeling gear, bicycles and more -- all in excellent condition. The entire family agreed: best place we have ever stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous oceanfront home
We had a fantastic time at this gorgeous home in an amazing setting. The house has a well equipped huge kitchen and wonderful outdoor cooking & dining area. We were disappointed that It was too windy to use the kayaks and SUPs (high trade winds were present during our stay).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hawaiian vacation
Amazing Hawaiian vacation.. We stayed at this house for seven days. The house has absolutely everything you could possibly want. The design the layout attention to detail and location are simply amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Amazing
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021