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The property was chosen by the family matriarch in the early 1950s for its location along some of the best tidal pools in Puako, where children can swim, fish and play, protected by a perimeter of ancient lava flows. The adjacent “Big Rock” rises above the pools, setting the stage for social gatherings and sunset watching. Turtles come to call daily, feeding on the seaweed at the Big Rock’s edge. In the winter, humpback whales pass by, 100-plus yards offshore, cavorting with their young. With the constant sea breezes, the rustling coconut palms and waves provide a natural rhythm of music to this idyllic setting. There is a second small rental cottage on the property, called Tree House. If you have not rented Tree House as well, there may be 1 or 2 guests during your stay, but they are to use the public beach access next door, not your yard to access the ocean. Washer and dryer in the carport are shared. Over the Holiday Season (December 15th through January 5th) Beach Banyan and Tree House are rented together for $1,050 nightly plus taxes and fees. During the non-holiday season they can be rented together for $750 nightly, plus taxes and fees. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 080-763-2896-01, STVR-19-356740, NUC-19-875

Blue Makai has a sense of spaciousness on the property with a large yard and shoreline access. White, yellow and pink hibiscus, Royal Poinciana, lau’ae ferns, breadfruit, papaya and coconut trees surround you. Mature flowering trees provide shade while you relax or prepare meals using the hibachi, eating right at the picnic table. More trees just above the water’s edge offer additional 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. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 142-863-6672-01, STVR 19-366281, NUC 19-1898

‘Ehu Kai is a cozy cottage located oceanfront on the sandy beach of Waialea Bay. Hand crafted with oak floors and cedar paneling, this sweet home has high ceilings, a convenient kitchen (with its own ocean view), and artwork by local craftspeople. Built to make the most of its proximity to the sea, ‘Ehu Kai offers second-floor ocean views and cooling breezes. Add the comfort of beautiful shade-producing landscaping for a perfect Hawaii vacation. The home can accomodate 2 adults and 2 kids (under 12 years old) as there is a Queen size sofa sleeper in the living room. It would not be comfortable for 4 adults. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 024-551-4240-01, STVR-19-350477, NUC-19-505

Enjoy everything Puako has to offer and more! This great ocean front family home includes air conditioning in each bedroom as well as en suite bathrooms. There is also a cottage above the garage. This optional space offers a 4th bedroom, 2 bathrooms, living room (with Queen size sofa sleeper) and full kitchen. TA-072-075-4688-01, GE-072-075-4688-01, Short-Term Vacation Rental Registration: STVR-19-363982, NUC-19-1599

Hale Kai makes intelligent use of its site, with a grassy backyard with lounge chairs for relaxing and a seaside stone overlook perfect for enjoying a cool glass of limeade while watching turtles, whales, and sunsets. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 052-478-1568, STVR-19-365292 NUC-19-1811

This affordable three-bedroom house was personally decorated with whimsy and humor by the long-time owners. They created a homey and fun environment with colorful touches such as the cheerful “Aloha Ohana” mosaic kitchen backsplash, tapas (hand-pounded decorative cloths), maps, starfish and shells, as well as hand-carved pieces from around the world. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 211-328-2048-01, STVR-19-364932, NUC-19-1704

Great cottage overlooking stunning Waialea Bay has been a favorite for generations of vacationers to the Big Island. It’s just a quick walk from the yard down the hill to the best sandy beach on the island. This protected marine sanctuary, locally known as “Beach 69,” is great for snorkeling, SUPS, sunbathing or relaxing with a good book under one of the numerous shade trees. During winter months, the humpback whales can be observed from the shoreline. Hawaii State GE & TA 080-721-5104-01, STVR-19-364643, NUC-19-1675

Hale Mana Hawaii is a 3-acre property located in Kohala Estates on the beautiful Kohala coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, merely 4 miles north of Kawaihae Harbor. Please note that the property has 2 separate wings under the same roof. The guest wing houses our 1-person operator on-site. Please review our property photos to determine if the privacy measures we have incorporated into the house design suit your privacy need before booking. Hale Mana is the main house wing of the property, custom-designed and custom-built, completed in September 2016. The entire property has an expansive view of the ocean as well the majestic Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai mountains. Spencer, Mauna Kea, Hapuna, and Waialea Bay beaches, as well as Puako Beach Drive are all within 5-8 miles of the property. The town of Waimea, Mauna Lani resort, and Waikoloa Beach Resort are 20 minutes away, providing ample choices of restaurants, grocery shopping, and resort lifestyle. Two scuba dive companies along with kayak and ocean tour operators operate their boats within a 10-15 minutes driving distance from the property. The area is considered to be the drier area of the island, receiving trade winds which keep the sky relatively clear from vog (volcanic fog). Star-gazing on the night skies free of light pollution while floating on our saltwater pool or soaking in the outdoor tub, whale-watching through binoculars during the whale season, watching the moon rise over Mauna Kea, or being awe-inspired by the light of dawn coinciding with the moon set over the ocean are some of other magical experiences you can enjoy from the comfort and peace of the many beautiful lanais on the property. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 087-115-1616-01, operator on-site

Hale Mele Mele is one of Puako’s original beach cottages lovingly restored, refreshed and redecorated to feel like home-away-from-home. The fully-equipped kitchen, while compact, has all you need to prepare home-cooked meals utilizing some of the Big Island’s delicious fresh fish, meats, fruits and veggies. Beautiful quartz countertops and open shelving with colorful dishware complete the charm.The air-conditioned sitting room/dining area just off the kitchen provides a hang-out for friends or family to socialize during meal prep. Conveniently located off the kitchen, is the home’s full bathroom, with a charming and private indoor/outdoor shower accessible from the house or the carport; great for rinsing off salt, sand and sunscreen after a day in the ocean. Where else but the tropics can you bathe with nature year round? Hawaii GE & TA tax number 192-313-9584-01, STVR-19-359910, NUC-19-1262

Hale Moe' Uhane (Dream House) Puako 1-2-3 is located in the enchanting beach community of Puako on the Big Island of Hawaii, on the ever-sunny Northwest side. This impeccable property provides everything for a peaceful and relaxing holiday, peppered with adventure if you so choose. Set upon an expansive grassy lawn, this fully enclosed property offers a safe haven for young and old. Just steps away is the beach access leading you to the magic of Puako. The lava tide pools are perfect for all explorers. Swim with the sea turtles and amazing sea life. The beach is perfect for sun tanning while keeping a close eye on the kids or immersing yourself in your favorite book. A good pair of reef walkers is a good idea. They will allow you hours and miles of exploration along this pristine stretch of beach which just offshore, boasts world-class snorkeling and scuba-diving. After a day at the beach, come home to a luxurious, private, outdoor rain shower surrounded by lava rocks and bamboo. Enjoy a game of ping pong with the kids or nap on the daybed while you enjoy the breezes of Hawaii. All of which is included on the ground level, covered, open-air recreation area. Upstairs, the open floor plan and abundance of windows and walls of sliding doors allow guests to enjoy the trade winds that freely flow thru Puako, 24/7. However, for those extra hot and sticky days, the home offers the luxury of being fully air-conditioned. Wireless Internet is available throughout the property with cable TV in every room. The over 2,500 sqft of living space features furnishing that are all brand new and well appointed. The fully stocked kitchen has a gas range and dual ovens. There is formal dining both indoor and outdoor and wrap around lanais on the upper level lend to beautiful views in a panoramic setting. The master bedroom and bathroom encompass the entire loft area of the 2nd story and has a pony wall that opens to the great room below. The 4th bedroom is an Ohana (family studio apartment) located on the ground level which includes its own bathroom. Puako, once an ancient fishing village and sugar plantation, is now the ONLY residential oceanfront community on the South Kohala Coast of The Big Island. Gather up your crew and take a 15 minute beach walk to the nearby Fairmont Orchid for further sunsets, conversations, cocktails, appetizers, live music and dinner. Or hop in your car and take a 5 minute drive to the famed Mauna Kea Beach Hotel or the special Mauna Lani Resort. One of our favorite must stops is is the famous blue Malasada truck. Hot homemade donuts as you wait. Be sure to visit uncle Bobby for a fresh cut coconut with a straw. Puako is home to the largest collection of Hawaiian petroglyphs (rock drawings) in the State. Take the family on a petroglyph hunt and ask them what they think these ancient symbols could mean. Just make sure the whole family is wearing good shoes The site is unpaved and goes through a kiawe forest with thorns on the ground. Over 3,000 of these drawings can be found in Puako alone, each with a story to be told. Come and create your own story here. Our goal is to make the house a home away from home for our family and yours. We hope the big island and Puako will be a place you always want to come back to. Permit registration # 19-348953, NUC - 19-411, GE and TA -048-852-8384-01, STVR-19-348953 NUC - 19-411

This 2200 square foot home was built in 2002 with an additional bedroom and bathroom added in 2012. It was designed in old Hawaii plantation style with a roomy 1100 square feet of lanai, screens and sliders that open full length plus louvered windows to encourage the tropical trade winds to maintain the home at a comfortable temperature without the use of air conditioning. A seawall on the ocean side of the home protects the landscape from salt-water damage so the lush tropical flora flourishes. The dipping pool outside the north bedroom wing is the perfect spot to refresh after a day of golf or tennis at one of the nearby resorts. Between two tall coconut palms, sway in the cozy hammock while listening to the melody of the rolling waves. The covered lanai features built-in cushioned seating for two, teak lounge chairs and dining table, plus a serving area with sink. Entry to the ocean is at the nearest public shoreline access (2 houses away) as the sea wall prevents direct ocean access from the property. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 014-561-0752-01 , STVR-19-354427, NUC-19-771

Hale Ohia is a funky, colorful home optimized for fun at a great price. Bright fabric wall hangings throughout the three-bedroom, one-bath house feature stylized hula girls, bird of paradise plants and anthurium flowers. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 211-328-2048-01, STVR-19-364932, NUC-19-1704

Perfectly sited for dramatic views and private access from the yard to the ocean, this double A-frame home sleeps six in one of the best seaside locations in Puako. Rough-hewn vaulted ceilings with tall windows frame views of Maui, the Kohala Mountains and Puako Bay. Relax in one of several outdoor choices: a front lanai, or a wind-protected sun bathing deck. Watch your children play in the grassy yard shaded by mature trees and shrubs. The balcony, part of the separate master suite, offers private viewing of Hawaii’s spectacular Pacific sunsets. You’ll be within walking distance of the charming Puako General Store and handy to excursions to Waialea Bay and Hapuna Beach, often rated among the world’s best beaches. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 115-791-4624-01, STVR-19-365312, NUC-19-1822

Hale 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 three bedrooms, three baths, and two living rooms, making it ideal for larger gatherings of families or friends. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 055-349-0432-01, STVR-19-364115, NUC-19-1606

Simply built and lushly landscaped for beachside living, Honu offers a comfortable living/dining area and convenient kitchen with newer appliances at the center of the house, with two bedrooms and adjoining baths on opposite ends for privacy. Hardwood floors, expansive windows and ceiling fans throughout add to your comfort. All rooms have ocean views, as well as the covered lanai that overlooks the beautiful yard surrounded by bright purple bougainvillea and strikingly contrasting Royal Poinciana. Mature plantings include Singapore plumeria for lei-making, crown flowers that attract monarch butterflies, tiare gardenia, and fragrant pikake planted just outside the master bedroom. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 018-944-1024-01 Registration number: STVR-19-350417, NUC-19-495

“Kaiakea” means 'expansive view of the sea.' This home provides exactly that. With palms indoors and out, views of ocean, Kohala Mountain and Maui, you’ll feel close to the sea everywhere in the house. Designed by the artistic hand of a resident architect to make the most of its seaside location, this home is kama’aina (child of the land, longtime resident) owned and loved for 30 years and now continuing under a different family, local ownership. It combines the essential beach-house views of ocean, honu (sea turtles), wintertime whales and striking sunsets with the best amenities that a luxury home offers. With two first-floor master bedroom suites, and one upstairs “view suite” with private balcony, and an open sleeping loft, you’ll find plenty of space for both solitude and community for your extended family or group. The home features all the amenities you could want including a full kitchen with two refrigerators and a dishwasher, comfortable beds and bedding, TV's, Blue Ray player and high-speed wireless internet. Relax on the spacious, covered, ocean side lanai for meals, reading, napping or just plain good conversation with family any time of the day. Particularly, stunning are the colorful sunsets over the Pacific. Winter months, enjoy the humpback whale show right out front. State of Hawaii GE/TA tax number #001-820-9280-01, STVR-19-364077, NUC-19-1600

The first thing to greet you when you stroll in the front door of this new 4-bedroom home is the post-card worthy vista of the Pacific. The large covered lanai offers outdoor living with winter whale watching, year-round sunsets and panoramic views of the ocean and mountains. The private pool is a perfect playground for children and adults alike. Fire up the BBQ to grill fresh island seafood purchased at the local fish market just a few miles down the road. Whether planning an intimate get-away or a family vacation, Kohola Lani’s occupancy-based nightly rates make this an ideal spot for 2 to 8 people. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 173-701-6320-01. STVR-19-356519, NUC-19-853.

A Hicks Home constructed with clear-fir walls, oak flooring, redwood bathroom walls, this home was recently renovated for comfort and convenience. Mature plantings, carefully situated, plus two-level design create a haven of comfort for enjoying beach living while capturing the best of the coastal breezes. Upstairs, the main living/kitchen area offers high beam ceiling and comfortable seating for reading or watching television. The large covered lanai extends the living area for outdoor dining and relaxing with ocean views and watching children play in the grassy yard. An outdoor shower cleans everyone off after a day at the beach or in the yard. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 003-998-7200-01 Registration number STVR-19-350605, NUC-19-521

Walking into this home, the first thing that greets you is the sight of the sea. The house is directly behind a short seawall with views from virtually every room. The designer-furnished home is two-stories with three oceanfront bedrooms, two on the ground floor and one on the second floor. Each room has been lovingly decorated with earth and island colors, art, and quilts. The great room featuring, kitchen, dining and living areas have hardwood floors, high ceilings, elegant fans and a stunning view of the ocean. The modern kitchen is a joy in which to prepare meals with plentiful counter space, utensils and kitchenware. There are bar stools to pull up alongside the chef, for family and friends who enjoy chatting and cooking together. An office with an additional sleeping area is conveniently located next to the kitchen. The office also has built-in desktops with room for a laptop or two and high-speed wireless internet is provided for your use. We are proud to do are part for the environment with this fully solar home. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 104-298-0864-01, STVR 19-360386, NUC 19-1386

Plumeria Cottage offers a vacation of ease indoors and out. Compact yet perfectly proportioned in the vintage beach style, it is a delightful combination of convenience and charm. And, with a roomy, sunny lanai and large shaded grassy yard, it becomes quite spacious. An outdoor-shower room with laundry and plenty of room for beach items and for drying wet towels and bathing suits keeps the indoors comfortable and relaxed. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 020-399-9232-01, STVR-19-363367, NUC-19-1416

The Puako Condominium is a well-maintained building on meticulously tended grounds of mature palms and plumeria, bougainvillea, bird of paradise, croton, papaya and banana. This third-floor, condo is perfect for two couples or a family of four on a budget. With two bedrooms and two baths, living room and kitchen plus balcony lanai. Master bedroom has an air conditioning unit. You will find this the perfect home base for getting to know Puako, its nearby beaches and the Island of Hawaii. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 163-069-1328-01, STVR-19-365714

The Puako Condominium is a well-maintained building on meticulously tended grounds of mature palms and plumeria, bougainvillea, bird of paradise, croton, papaya and banana. This third-floor corner condo is perfect for couples or families on a budget. With two bedrooms and two baths, fully equipped kitchen and two balcony lanais. The master bedroom and living room have air conditioning units. You will find this the perfect home base for getting to know Puako, its nearby beaches and the Island of Hawaii. The oceanside balcony lanai offers birdsong and fragrant breezes along with views of ocean, pool, plantings and Puako Beach Drive—a perfect spot for enjoying morning coffee or sunset skies. The pub table and six chairs make this the go-to place for meals. As a corner unit, this has a second balcony that expands the views to include the stately Kohala Mountain and Kaunaoa Bay, the location of the iconic Mauna Kea Bay Hotel. Cross breezes are an added benefit. The newly refreshed décor is classic Hawaii beach, designed for easy living, with comfortable rattan upholstered furniture and coffee table. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 060-878-0288-01, STVR-19-365715

Situated in one of Hawaii’s few oceanfront communities on the Kohala Coast, The Puako Hylton Beach Villa offers the ultimate luxury retreat. This custom Bali style design home offers a unique floor plan covering over 4000 square feet of living space. Three master suites plus a detached Ohana apartment accommodates a maximum of 10 people comfortably. All suites offer private entryways and incredible ocean views. The property is rented as a complete home, and the suites are not available individually. STVR-19-347708.Hawaii GE & TA tax number 205-655-8592-01

Set above the Puako General Store, hub of charming beach-style hospitality, this one-bedroom flat is perfect for a couple wanting a Hawaii vacation on a budget. With ocean views from both the living room and the bedroom, as well as from the covered lanai, you’ll combine the peaceful evenings of a sleepy beach town with the convenience of the only store in Puako. Enjoy sunsets on the ocean from your lanai, and pop downstairs to the store for coffee and pastry to enjoy the next morning’s air from above. Shore access is a two-minute walk, and world-renowned beaches are a five-minute drive away.Walk or ride the two miles of Puako Beach Drive or explore the beachside route, where our beloved honu (endangered sea turtles) sun themselves on the lava-rock outcroppings. Whales breach and tend their young during their wintertime sojourn to our warm waters, providing breath-taking moments. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 122-637-6192-01

Set above the Puako General Store, hub of charming beach-style hospitality, this comfortable studio is perfect for a couple wanting a Hawaii vacation “best buy.” With ocean views indoors and out and the shore itself just a two-minute walk away,there isn’t a better bargain in this delightful beach town. Savor peaceful Pacific sunsets and home-cooked dinners from your lanai, and pop downstairs to the store for coffee and pastry to enjoy the next morning’s air from above. Walk or ride the two miles of Puako Beach Drive or explore the beach side route, where our beloved honu (endangered sea turtles) sun themselves on the lava-rock outcroppings. Whales breach and tend their young during their wintertime sojourn to our warm waters, providing breath-taking moments. In addition, world-renowned beaches are a five-minute drive away. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 122-637-6192-01

The owners of this home are four of the grandchildren of R.T and Gerry Treadwell, who first purchased the property in the 1930’s when R.T was the doctor in Kohala. One is an architect, who designed it to “alight gently on the land,” distilling details to keep the uncluttered, pared-down lifestyle recalled from those childhood summers. Elegant in its simplicity and consistent style, the home is raised on concrete pilings with a butterfly roof, which collects and channels rainwater, an old custom in this arid climate. Designed to capture the trade-wind breezes and give its inhabitants both communal space and privacy, the home is open, airy and thoroughly “old Hawaii.” Hawaii GE & TA tax number 110-889-1648-01, STVR-19-359287, NUC-19-1116

With its high natural wood ceilings and charming bedroom and living room configuration, the Treehouse accommodates two persons comfortably. An exterior staircase ascends to a comfortable lanai with a sitting area and ocean views, the perfect spot for morning Kona coffee and fresh papaya as well as afternoon cocktails.
There may be other guests at the other home on site called Beach Banyan. Please respect their privacy by using the path south of the house to access the ocean, not through their yard.
Hawaii GE & TA tax number 080-763-2896-01, STVR-19-356740, NUC-19-875

Mature plantings, carefully situated, plus two-level design, create a haven of comfort for enjoying beach living while capturing the best of the coastal breezes. Beautifully crafted with oak floors, redwood paneling and koa shelving, Ulu Niu is lovingly decorated with artwork by renowned local artists, all related to the owners. Casement windows with venetian blinds between the glass layers attest to the thoughtful design of this tropical home, carefully maintained by the original owner/builders. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 024-551-4240-01, STVR-19-350477, NUC-19-505

This spacious ocean view luxury home is located in the upscale Westin Hapuna Resort complex known as Wai’ ula’ ula. The house is a masterpiece of tranquility and comfort with tasteful furnishings, a private pool and hot tub, two-car garage and every amenity one could wish. The owners have been renters themselves previously so have outfitted the home with the most comfy of beds and top-of-the-line linens plus supplied the well-stocked kitchen with everything the home cook could desire. The ocean view lanai surrounding the pool and hot tub has outdoor seating including shaded lounges, a gas BBQ grill, and outdoor dining for up to 10 people. The home is so well designed, and the community is so peaceful, that one would never know that this is a duplex home. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 055-398-5024-01, STVR 19-361293

Combine the sandy beach next to your back yard with the thoughtfully placed windows that give you excellent views from nearly every spot in the house—upstairs and down—and you’ll love the Whale’s Tail for you Hawaii vacation. Not only is the entire ocean-facing wall built with windows, but also an additional row of large clerestory windows above them ensures that the second- floor loft space has ocean and sunset views. The décor throughout the home echoes the beach, ocean, sky and mountain environment: clean white walls, sandy shades of upholstery, blue-gray cabinetry and tiles of sand and sea colors. Original, local artwork—even in the bathrooms—adds to your sense of place in this very special corner of paradise. This home is 'hosted', with the family's residence also on property but the layout was designed for maximum privacy for both homes. Hawaii GE & TA tax number 097-892-3520-01