Nestled comfortably within the graceful curve of Puako Bay, this home site is protected by a whale’s tail-shaped lava outcropping. A light and airy house with cathedral ceilings, it offers peaceful comfort, spectacular views and the gentle sounds of water lapping on the shore. Set well back from Puako Beach Drive, next door to the tiny historic Hokuloa Church, the Whale’s Tail is a surprise delight: nothing from the street side prepares you for the landscaped yard, large and sunny patio, covered lanai…right next to the sandy beach and quiet waters of the Pacific Ocean. Configured to sleep eight in three bedrooms with three baths, the Whale’s Tail offers views of the bay, Maui and its volcanic mountain Haleakala, and our own Kohala Mountains.
Set on a private cliff above Waialea Bay and the Kohala coastline, this magnificent three-hale (house), four-bedroom estate offers arresting views and a heavenly sense of floating just above the ocean. Throughout this 3500-square-foot home, you'll feel enveloped by the tranquil environment, lulled by the roll of Pacific Ocean waves and entertained by bird song, whale sightings and colorful sunsets punctuated by Hawaii's famous green flash. The lanai (patio) itself is 2300 feet of prime viewing of nature's ocean theater. The infinity pool and water-fall hot tub are perfectly sited to feel as if they flow right into the ocean itself. Yet the height above the shoreline gives a panorama unsurpassed for watching whales during their annual sojourn to our waters. The Bay's name, Waialea, means Joyful Water, and everything about this very special home echoes that feeling. Whatever combination of family and friends, young or old, comes with you to Kohola View, all will feel blessed by their time here.
The Puako Hylton (named for the designer who owns and lovingly created this magnificent home) offers the perfect setting for your respite in paradise. A 4200-square-foot villa surrounded by immaculate, fragrant tropical gardens, the Hylton rests on soft, verdant grass at the very edge of the pristine sand of Puako Beach. Newly built in the charming beach town of Puako, the Hylton envelops you in an ambience of quiet luxury; grand and elegant, yet casual and comfortable. Spectacular views of the Kohala Mountains and Maui and its volcano, Haleakala, greet you each morning, and breathtaking Hawaiian sunsets grace you each evening as you sit on one of the Hylton's private lanais. Renew your spirit at The Puako Hylton.
There is no more luxurious home in the quaint beach town of Puako for experiencing the beauty, majesty and serenity of Hawaii. From the third-story whale-watch tower to the 46-foot infinity pool, this just-completed architectural masterpiece offers comfort, elegance and virtually every form of relaxation and recreation you could desire on the Big Island. Set right off a rare parcel of sandy beach, you'll be steps away from kayaking and snorkeling among sea turtles above the coral reefs. Revive yourself in the ocean or quiet your mind by simply bathing in the sun and digging your toes into the warm sand, swinging in a hammock, or lounging in the pool, which is large enough for a good swim or a gentle paddle. Beautifully designed and appointed with antique Indonesian artwork and crafts, Hale Nana Kohola is landscaped to create an oasis of peaceful and gracious living. And, with 360-degree views of land and sea from the whale-watch retreat you have the perfect location for watching the humpback whales jump, breech and play in their winter breeding ground. Year-round, you'll find no better view of the spectacular Kohala Mountains, Maui and its majestic volcano, Haleakala—from sunrise over Mauna Kea to breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. Summer special one night free if you book 10 days
Welcome to paradise at this contemporary Puako oceanfront home, situated to feature the stunning Pacific view and designed to invite the refreshing tropical breeze. Your friends and family can enjoy any of the three seaside bedrooms, each featuring sliding glass doors opening onto the full-length lanai (porch). While you savor the sunset, watch the kids splashing in the pool. Prepare a meal of fresh local fish and island grown produce in the fully equipped kitchen or on the gas barbeque grill. Or have one of our talented local chefs come to you! Our guests have been delighting in this bit of paradise where the relaxing rhythm of island life meets the modern conveniences that you have come to expect.
Vintage Beach Cottage is an immaculate and well-maintained one-bedroom cottage just steps away from the shore in the enchanting neighborhood of Puako. Just cross the two-lane street to watch vibrant beach sunsets each evening. Ideal for a couple or single looking for total relaxation, the cottage is delightfully decorated in vintage-look Hawaiian fabrics, Hawaiian art, shells and surfboards. A brief stroll away, the Puako General Store offers charming local hospitality. Meet the owners or talk story with neighbors while enjoying a cool beverage, a refreshing ice cream bar, or selecting a movie to watch after the sun goes down.
Revel in the best of the Big Island sunrises and sunsets each day at this cottage located mauka (on the mountain side) of Puako Beach Drive. From the spacious lanai, the crimson sunrise peeks slowly over Mauna Kea, the "White Mountain,” named for the snowfalls visible on the summit during winter months. With a tall, cool beverage in hand, watch colorful and romantic Hawaiian sunsets on the beach just a short walk away. This access is also a great spot for snorkeling, tide-pool exploring, turtle watching and, in winter months, whale watching. Maluhia Cottage is located on the south end of Puako, near several beach accesses and Paniau, a popular surf spot.
A leisurely stroll through artistic etched glass doors welcomes you into the spacious great room of Ohana Hale, one of Puako's premiere oceanfront homes. Stunning Brazilian teak hardwood floors throughout the home, combined with top-of-the-line appliances and Hawaiiana décor make this an ideal island vacation home. Numerous oceanside sliders not only bring the sunlight and the sea breezes to you, but also maximize the tropical view. Cleverly designed to afford maximum privacy, this Puako home has three oceanside suites, each with a full bath. Additionally, the original one-bedroom cottage on the garden side of the home can be rented as well, providing a fourth bedroom, bath and a second kitchen.
Reef House Puako is a true old Hawaii getaway right on the blue Pacific Ocean. Snorkel with sea turtles from the sand and lava beach, explore tide pools, lounge in hammocks under the palms, watch for a green flash sunset, or just hang out at the two blue cottages with ocean and Maui views from almost every window. This will be a place you'll never want to leave.
Ulu Niu is a rare find: a beachfront vacation property at an affordable rate. Lovingly hand constructed by the owner 20 years ago, this hideaway is set in a lush coconut grove that provides privacy and shade from the tropical sun. Yet just beyond the verdant plantings lies a white-sand beach on Waialea Bay: "perfect sand, gorgeous water, interesting shapes to photograph, a treasure trove of interesting shells and coral," wrote one guest. This is one of the few natural sand beaches on the Big Island. Swim, dive, snorkel and sunbathe on the beach right in front of the house—the perfect spot for children and adults alike. Ulu Niu is a two-story home with two bedrooms, full bath, living area, dining room, covered ocean-view lanai and a fully equipped kitchen above a third dorm-style bedroom with full bath and carport for two vehicles .
Well named, ‘Ehu Kai (for the tropical seaside salt air) is located just beyond the water's edge, nestled among the trees at Waialea Bay. Hand constructed by the owner, this one-bedroom, one-bath two-level home is surrounded by shade trees and lush vegetation—providing the best of both worlds: prized oceanfront location with comfortable temperatures and breezes year round. Just beyond your door, enjoy snorkeling, diving, swimming and sunbathing. Return to your upstairs living space and relax in the cool trade breezes while enjoying the ocean view from the covered lanai. ‘Ehu Kai is the perfect vacation spot for a couple with two young children.
Pau Hana means "Finished Work" , so we have created a special place for you to "veg out" while on vacation in Puako. This two-bedroom, two-bath home has the perfect floor plan for privacy; with each bedroom and bath on opposite ends of the house. Between them, a comfortable, high ceiling great-room with living and dining areas, full kitchen and plenty of sliding glass/screen combination doors to welcome the morning sunlight and the afternoon tropical breeze. The outdoor lanai set amidst tropical vegetation is THE spot to relax with a book, your laptop or for a bbq and dinner at the outdoor dining table. The owners have thoughtfully encouraged the growth of large shade trees and blooming plants for a natural Hawaiian feel.
The Mauna Lani Resort community offers a complete vacation, with its own shops and gourmet grocery store, beaches, top-notch restaurants, world-class golf, tennis, fitness center and spa. And yet you'll have complete privacy at your home in Champion Ridge, whether you are swimming by the pool or luxuriating in the hot tub, playing a game of pool or simply relaxing on the lanai or in the great room. Climb the spiral staircase up to the sun roof overlooking the pool, and marvel at the views of the Pacific ocean, the island of Maui and the Kohala, Mauna Kea, and Hualalai Mountains. Or, retreat to your own separate, comfortable hale for a quiet respite.
Offering a sweeping view of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and the Kohala Mountains, our Mauka Beach Bungalow is located adjacent to a state-owned nature preserve that provides refuge for many birds, including the partridge-like Francolin. Enjoy your morning coffee on the back lanai while watching the sun rise over Mauna Kea, then stroll across old Puako Beach Road to see turtles swimming through the black lava tide pools for their day of basking in the sun on the beach. Snorkel just off the tide pools or spend the day at Waialea Bay beach, just five minutes up the road. Return to the water's edge for sunset while "talking story" with neighbors or walk along the beach to the Fairmont Orchid for "umbrella drinks" and spectacular sunset views.
With two bedrooms and two baths, the Mauka Beach Bungalow is perfect for two couples or a family of four.
This unique Puako home borrows from the Japanese folk tradition noted for its rustic beauty and rootedness in the landscape, while adding its own eclectic blend of Hawaiian beachside living, elegant art and an aura of antiquity.
Enter the property through the Asian-modern iron gates and rock wall into gardens of graceful palms, fragrant plumerias and ginger, and colorful crotons. Note the graceful curves of the C.W. Dickey-style ceramic-tile roofs and the etched-glass double front door. Give a gentle rap to the large Chinese gong that serves as a compelling yet dignified doorbell. Inside you'll feel the courtyard effect of the open, lofty two-story great room, seamless indoor-outdoor transitions and 360-degree Brazilian ipe hardwood lanai (deck) surrounding the home. Fully screened sliding doors line the beachfront side of the house, drawing you to Sandyside's very special seaside lagoon. Protected by Puako's world-famous reef, the sandy-bottomed lagoon is 300 feet by 400 feet, only two to five feet deep—warm, calm and perfect for adults and children alike. Swim, explore the tide pools, replicate the slow pace of our serene honu (green sea turtles) and spy colorful juvenile fish. Venture just beyond for Hawaii's best snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking.
Your views of the Pacific Ocean, Maui, the Kohala Mountains and the historic Mauna Kea Hotel are well balanced by the art collection offered indoors. From the Brooks Anderson landscape painting to the Tibetan-themed modern Chinese painting, from the 150-year-old original sheet music for "My Little Grass Shack in Hawaii" and "Aloha Oe," the décor is a marvel of variety held together by its parallel to the architecture's blend of rustic sophistication. Two magnificent mounted fossils, millions of years old, lend a sense of timelessness and antiquity in a setting equally timeless.
With four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, Sandyside easily accommodates eight to ten in the main home and separate guest suite.
The second-story ohana in the Puako Hylton villa offers a little taste of heaven for a couple looking for a get-away in beautiful settings in one of the most charming areas of Hawaii. Explore the seashore, lava fields, natural ponds and the captivating sights of rare fish, sea turtles and humpback whales enjoying our wintertime warm waters. Just steps from one of the few sandy beaches in Puako, the Puako Hylton Ohana provides intimacy in the midst of quiet luxury.
Plumeria Cottage is a charming early-era-Puako beach bungalow--set amid mature palms, Milo tree, spectacular spreading Royal Poinciana and, of course, plumerias. Newly remodeled yet preserving many original details, you'll enjoy a special vacation steeped in the continuity of this enduring community. Walk across the one-lane road for beach access or visit nearby Waialea Bay and Hapuna Beach for spectacular swimming, snorkeling, sunning or wintertime whale watching. Stop at the quaint Puako General Store for an ice-cream treat or cold drink, or visit nearby resorts for shopping, dining and Hawaiian-style events. This appealing one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage is ideal for a couple, perhaps with a young child.
Wailani is an elegant home built with handcrafted quality and style, brilliantly designed for maximum outdoor living and gorgeous views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, the Kohala Mountains and Waialea Bay from nearly everywhere in the house. With 3,700-square-feet over two stories (plus an additional 2,000-square-feet of covered lanai), this spacious house has four bedrooms, three baths, and two living rooms, making it ideal for larger gatherings of families or friends. Situated at the top of a small, very private enclave, Wailani is just a two-minute walk down a paved path to a small, sandy beach decorated by nature with bleached driftwood sculpture against black lava outcroppings. It's a stunning spot, yet nearly yours alone--perfect for snorkeling, sunbathing or enjoying shade and views of Maui and the Kohala Mountains. For the adventurous, you'll also be just steps from the Ala Kahakai Trail, the pathway of the ali'i (royalty), and now part of the National Park Service Trail System.
Set on a double oceanside lot, this newly remodeled two-bedroom, two-bath bungalow offers spaciousness plus a sense of seclusion along with spectacular views. The large lawn between house and sea is perfect for children at play when they are not exploring the tidal pools just beyond. Adults can watch from the shaded pavilion under a spreading milo tree, where a swinging love seat offers pure relaxation. Walk the coral-lined path to the ocean, where turtles sunbathe, majestic whales frolic during winter months, and divers explore the depths of the Puako reefs—home to abundant sea life. A hammock and several chaises lounges await you in the shade of sea hibiscus trees, for perfect tranquility while enjoying the views of Maui, the Kohala Mountains and Puako sunsets.
This four-bedroom, three-bath home is located right on the water's edge and offers the dual delight of Puako sunsets (which you'll share with the honu—sea turtles—who sunbathe on the lava rocks) coupled with views of the summit of Mauna Kea. A well-loved home, where the owners raised their family, Hale Lihikai offers three options for a range of visitors: the Kona Side, the Kohala Side or the entire hosue, depending on your numbers and needs. Whichever you choose, you will enjoy your time spent amid unique surfing and Hawaiian décor, mature and lush landscaping lovingly planted over the years, and the shoreline of Puako Bay.
Tucked unobtrusively behind the historic Hokuloa Church, Hale Puako is one of the original Puako seaside homes—owned and loved by the same family for over 30 years. Savor some time, as they have, on this half acre of paradise, surrounded by a lush, green landscaped yard, coconut palms, and a stunning view of Puako Bay. From inside the home or out on the lanai, you can watch the sailboats moored in the bay or the turtles basking on the lava rocks. Step from the yard to the water's edge for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking or standup paddle-boarding.