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Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

Propriété de vacances près de Plage de Kona Magic Sands à Kailua-Kona

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Une propriété située sur la côte, dotée d’un mur de soutènement en pierre, d’une eau turquoise cristalline et de maisons avec de grandes fenêtres donnant sur l’océan.
Une propriété située sur la côte, dotée d’une piscine, d’une terrasse en bois et offrant une vue sur l’océan.
Un espace extérieur abrité comprenant un bar, des tabourets en bois et une porte-fenêtre coulissante donnant sur une cuisine.
Une chambre à coucher avec un lit, une table de chevet, une lampe et une vue sur l’océan.
Une terrasse en bois avec une table ronde et des chaises, d’où l’on a vue sur l’océan, avec un palmier et un bâtiment en arrière-plan.

Avis

9,4 sur 10 – 
Exceptionnel

Maison entière

2 chambres2 salles de bain6 personnes97 m²

Commodités populaires

  • Vue sur l’océan
  • Cuisine
  • Laveuse
  • Sécheuse
  • Wi-Fi gratuit
  • Espace extérieur

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Plage de Kona Magic Sands
    ‪9 min à pied‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Beaches
    ‪9 min à pied‬
  • Place, Plage Kahalu'u Beach Park
    ‪19 min à pied‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, Hawaï (KOA-Aéroport international de Kona)
    ‪27 min en voiture‬

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  • Piscine
  • Animaux de compagnie acceptés
  • Wi-Fi gratuit
  • Restaurant
8.4 sur 10, Très bien, 2 814 avis
Le prix est de 251 $ CA
340 $ CA au total
(taxes et frais compris)
Du 19 oct. au 20 oct.
PACIFIC 19 Kona

À propos du quartier

Kailua-Kona

Au bord de la mer.À 10 minutes de marche de propriété de vacances du quartier Kahaluu-Keauhou, vous trouverez Plage de Kona Magic Sands et Kailua-Kona Beaches. Plage Kahalu'u Beach Park et Centre commercial Keauhou Shopping Center se trouvent également à moins de 3 km.
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À proximité

  • Plage de Kona Magic Sands - 9 min à pied - 0.8 km
  • Kailua-Kona Beaches - 9 min à pied - 0.8 km
  • Plage Kahalu'u Beach Park - 19 min à pied - 1.6 km
  • Kailua Pier - 8 min en voiture - 7.2 km
  • Parcours de golf du Four Seasons Resort Hualalai - 37 min en voiture - 37.4 km

Transport

  • Kailua-Kona, Hawaï (KOA-Aéroport international de Kona) : à 25 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • ‪L & L Hawaiian BBQ - ‬3 min en voiture
  • ‪White Nene Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min en voiture
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬3 min en voiture
  • ‪Clover And Mug - ‬3 min en voiture
  • ‪Green Flash Coffee - ‬5 min en voiture

À propos de cet hébergement

Hébergement entier

Vous aurez la maison entière pour vous et ne la partagerez qu’avec d’autres voyageurs de votre groupe.

Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

Located right on the water, Makana Kai, gift of the sea, has been family-owned for more than 40 years and retains the feeling of visiting a beloved and well-furnished home. The house has been renovated with a new kitchen, appliances, beds, fans, furnishings, and a rebuilt Ipe lanai. The beauty of this house is its spectacular location at the edge where the pacific ocean meets the Kona coast. Guests love the views from the deck: sunrises, ocean tides, dolphin spinning, whales in winter, golden sunsets, the moon over the water and stargazing at night.

The house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and is best suited for two couples or a family with 2-3 children. The primary bedroom has a king sized bed. The guest bedroom has a Japanese-style shoji screen doors that sections off the room to provide privacy of a separate sleeping area in the room. The sleeping arrangement would be one queen bed and one double bed. You have the option to open up into one larger room or close to two smaller sleeping spaces. The The house stays cool through the open louvered windows and daily ocean breeze. Some amenities in addition to a full kitchen include a barbecue and washer/dryer. There is beach gear for your use: cooler, boogie boards, beach chairs, mats and umbrella.

A short walk north from the house is Magic Sands - a white sand beach - and Mile 4 Marker Cove. Less than a mile south is Kahalu’u known for its calm waters, snorkeling inside the breakwater and surfing/stand-up-paddle-boarding at the point. The nearby Keauhou Shopping Center has a market, bakery and coffee shop, restaurants, a book store, shops and a movie theater and also hosts a Farmer's Market on Saturdays.

In the town of Kailua (4 miles north) are restaurants, shops, and historic sites including the Hulihe’e Palace of Queen Kapiolani and Kamakahonu Bay, a home for King Kamehameha in his later years.

Most activities along the Kona Coast are within a few miles of the house: swimming, snorkeling, golf, hiking, biking, deep sea fishing and diving and exploring the art galleries of Holualoa. You can also enjoy drives around the island to the beaches and hotels of the
northern Kohala coast, see the spectacular Waipi’o Valley, explore beautiful waterfalls and rainforests, visit the old Hawaii of Hilo and journey to the Volcano National Park to see the active volcano Kilauea.

Whether you seek adventure sports or quiet time to relax and renew or something in between, vacationing at Makana Kai will be a blessing to you and your family.
We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
~The Smiths

STVR#19-364693
TAT#038-146-2528-01R
***All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.***

**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management**

Please note this home does not have Air Conditioning.

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Commodités de l’hébergement

Internet

  • Disponible dans la maison : Wi-Fi gratuit

Stationnement et transport

  • Stationnement sur place

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle et couverts
  • Cafetière-théière
  • Épices
  • Four
  • Four à micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • Lave-vaisselle
  • Réfrigérateur
  • Surface de cuisson

Restauration

  • Table de salle à manger

Chambres

  • 2 chambres
  • Draps fournis

Salle de bain

  • 2 salles de bain
  • Baignoire ou douche
  • Douche
  • Séchoir à cheveux
  • Serviettes fournies

Lieux de séjour

  • Salle de séjour
  • Table de salle à manger

Divertissement

  • Jeux
  • Téléviseur avec chaînes par câble/satellite

Espaces extérieurs

  • Balcon

Buanderie

  • Installations de buanderie
  • Laveuse

Animaux de compagnie

  • Aucun animal de compagnie autorisé

Accessibilité

  • Hébergement non-fumeurs

Services et commodités

  • Fer et planche à repasser

Points d’intérêt de l’endroit

  • À proximité de l’océan
  • Hôpital à proximité
  • Sur la rive

Activités

  • Baignade à proximité
  • Équitation à proximité
  • Golf à proximité
  • Observation d’oiseaux à proximité
  • Observation des baleines à proximité
  • Pêche à proximité
  • Plongée avec masque et tuba à proximité
  • Plongée sous-marine à proximité
  • Surf ou surf horizontal à proximité

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • Présence d’un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone non signalée (L’hôte n’a pas indiqué s’il y avait un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hébergement; envisagez d’apporter un détecteur portable.)
  • Présence d’un détecteur de fumée non signalée (L’hôte n’a pas indiqué s’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.)

Information générale

  • Taille de l’unité : 1 046 pieds carrés

Politiques

Arrivée

Arrivée à partir de 16 h

Départ

L’heure limite de départ est 11 h.

Instructions spéciales pour l’enregistrement

L’hôte vous enverra un courriel contenant les instructions relatives à l’arrivée et au départ.
Les renseignements fournis par l’hébergement peuvent être traduits au moyen d’outils de traduction automatique.

Animaux de compagnie

  • Les animaux ne sont pas acceptés.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

  • Children are welcome.

Événements

Aucun événement autorisé

Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Interdis de fumer

Renseignements importants

À savoir

Des frais par personne supplémentaire peuvent s’appliquer et varient selon les politiques de l’hébergement.
Une pièce d’identité avec photo émise par le gouvernement et un dépôt en espèces, une carte de crédit ou une carte de débit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent être requis à l’arrivée.
Les demandes spéciales sont sujettes à la disponibilité au moment de l’enregistrement et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires. Les demandes spéciales ne peuvent pas être garanties.
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont strictement interdits.
L’hôte n’a pas indiqué s’il y avait un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hébergement; envisagez d’apporter un détecteur portable avec vous pendant le voyage.
L’hôte n’a pas indiqué s’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.
Cet hébergement dispose d’espaces extérieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiétudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec l’hébergement avant votre arrivée pour confirmer qu’il pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriée.
Cet hébergement est géré par l’intérmediaire de notre partenaire Vrbo. Vrbo vous enverra un courriel contenant un lien vers un compte Vrbo qui vous permettra de modifier ou d’annuler votre réservation.
Les clients supplémentaires peuvent faire l'objet de suppléments, conformément à la politique de l'établissement.
Une pièce d’identité avec photo émise par le gouvernement et un dépôt en espèces, une carte de crédit ou une carte de débit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent être requis à l’arrivée.
Les demandes spéciales dépendent de la disponibilité au moment de l’enregistrement. Elle ne peuvent être garanties et peuvent occasionner des frais supplémentaires.
    Cet hébergement est géré par un(e) hôte professionnel(le). L’offre d’hébergement est associée à des fins commerciales, professionnelles ou d’entreprise. Cet hébergement dispose d’espaces extérieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiétudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec l’hébergement avant votre arrivée pour confirmer qu’il pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriée. Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont strictement interdits.

Numéro d’enregistrement de l’hébergement : TA-038-146-2528-01, GE-038-146-2528-01

Hébergement également appelé

1466-230079

Foire aux questions

How close is Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.3 mi (25-min drive) away from the Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Magic Sands Beach and 6-minute walk from Kailua-Kona Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive to downtown Kailua-Kona?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi away from Kailua-Kona.

Avis pour Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

Avis

9,4

Exceptionnel

Note de 10 – Excellent, d’après 33 avis sur 41.
Note de 8 – Bien, d’après 3 avis sur 41.
Note de 6 – Acceptable, d’après 2 avis sur 41.
Note de 4 – Médiocre, d’après 3 avis sur 41.
Note de 2 – Terrible, d’après 0 avis sur 41.

9,6/10

Propreté

Avis

Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
I stayed in this house before, it’s really nice value and it’s right on the water. He can’t go wrong and I will certainly stay there again.
Séjour de 4 nuits en juin 2026
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
This home has a great ocean view. Love hearing the waves crashing at night. The deck view is amazing. The only down fall is that their is a very busy street right in front of the house. But other than that is was very pleasant place.
Séjour de 9 nuits en mai 2026
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Older home but very comfortable! Nothing beats the sound of the waves from the deck or as you drft off to sleep!
Séjour de 3 nuits en février 2026
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
All went well, the top rack in the dishwasher is broken but it still works. Beautiful setting, loved the master bedroom and deck!
Séjour de 9 nuits en février 2026
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Most Relaxing and Enjoyable Vacation

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 had the greatest time in this oceanfront house. It was a great location. Very comfortable house that had all the amenities we needed for our stay. So great to just sit on the deck, listening and watching the ocean. And falling asleep to the sound of the waves. Great house and not far from restaurants and shops.
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
We were warmly welcomed in the beautiful house, it had all the comfort and exceptionally amazing back porch, overlooking the ocean, where we spent a lot of time. Great place to relax, nap, read and soak up peaceful ocean energy. When we had questions, there was immediate support, and we had everything in the kitchen anyone could ever need! Sometimes the nearby road was quite noisy, but focusing on the ocean sounds made it all ok. We are so happy we chose this place, we enjoyed it alot, and we're likely to return!
Evening atmosphere
Séjour de 6 nuits en janvier 2026
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Such a great location!

We loved it!
Séjour de 10 nuits en janvier 2023
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Family vacation

We loved this property! The location is ideal and the view is outstanding . It is clean and comfortable. We would stay here again if returning to Kona for sure!
Séjour de 3 nuits en janvier 2024
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Absolutely stunning.It really is on the ocean and it takes a couple of days to adjust to the sound of the surf but it really changes how you see the world.....loved it.
Séjour de 8 nuits en octobre 2025
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
The location of this home was amazing. We loved listening to the waves, and watching the dolphins, snorkelers, and outrigger canoes come by each day. The house was well supplied for cooking, and we enjoyed preparing some meals at the house. We were there Thanksgiving week, and the traffic on Ali'i drive was pretty heavy. It was a bit hard to sleep in the rooms that were roadside due to traffic noise, and the louvered windows let sounds in even when closed. The host was very responsive and supplied a noise cancelling machine, which did help.Overall we had a lovely week.
Séjour de 7 nuits en novembre 2025
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Best family vacation spot!

My family and I stayed here for three nights and had the very best time! We absolutely loved the back deck with stunning views. The house was well stocked with beach supplies and other household amenities/condiments/cooking supplies. We would 1000% stay here again! Thanks so much for hosting us on the big island!
Séjour de 3 nuits en mai 2023
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Family Holiday

Great property right on the ocean. Perfect for a holiday with my family of 5. Great communication with the property manager. Highly recommend!
Séjour de 4 nuits en décembre 2021
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Great Location and Beautiful Vacation Home

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: Loved this place!!!Everything you could possibly want.We will stay here again the next time we visit the Big Island.
Séjour de 5 nuits en juillet 2022
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Life on the water

Beautiful five day stay at Makana Kai Hale. Simple, uncluttered home perched above the water and waves with all the basics (and a bit more) needed for a very comfortable stay. Great deck! Great sunsets!
Séjour de 5 nuits en avril 2022
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

About as perfect as you can find!

This beach home is paradise. We had plenty of room for our family with the three bedrooms. The deck and the view is what makes this perfect. Watching whales and dolphins while having breakfast or lunch or supper or just hanging out!
Séjour de 10 nuits en février 2023
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Fantastic Home

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: Absolutely loved this vacation rental. The way it is set up worked perfectly for our family of 4. Each kid got their own bedroom and mom & dad got the room by the water. It was the perfect spot for our 8 day stay. I was worried that there was no a/c, but the weather was perfect and we got breezes coming off the ocean the whole time, I never felt overheated while staying here. We stayed right after the big Kona Low storm and still had showers almost daily. The ocean was a little rough out front, but we did get one day where we were able to go out and snorkel, there were so many fish! I would stay here again without hesitation. The management company was useful when we had issues and it was actually very nice to meet them at the beginning of the trip to discover all the treasures of the home. They even sent me a text, reminding me to put out the trash, which when you are on vacation, you tend to forget what day it is, so very helpful. I did not find them invasive at all, just helpful when you needed them to be. Overall great stay and I can't wait to go back!
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

The perfect vacation

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 and location are wonderful! This is one of the most quaint peaceful wonderful places in Kona, wish I could live on the lanai!
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Beach house by the sea

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: Great beach house right on the water. Wave noise to lull you to sleep at night
Séjour de 5 nuits en janvier 2022
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

February in Kona

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: Met expectations. Views were amazing. On the beach as advertised. Nothing better than sleeping to the waves.
Séjour de 4 nuits en février 2024
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

The Best Ocean Front Location In Established House On The Shore

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 enjoyed watching the water activity from the deck that is perched on sturdy concrete posts that offer a view right from over the rocks the waterfront.
Séjour de 3 nuits en septembre 2022
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Ali’s Drive Stay

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: This was a great place for our Kona vacation. The deck is large and comfortable and is right on the ocean with spectacular sunsets. Expect some street noise from Ali’i, but most of it is muted by the surf.
Séjour de 7 nuits en janvier 2024
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Oceanfront paradise!

Our group of 6, 4 adults and 2 kids spent a week at this wonderful property. The owners have recently renovated and the house is immaculate! They have all of the necessary amenities you will need when staying at their house, including extra towels and beach towels, bathroom toiletries, a nice bbq and a well stocked, very nice kitchen. The main highlight of this house for us was the amazing view!! We enjoyed many mornings and afternoons out on the back deck overlooking the water and the beautiful sunsets. Would love to stay at this house again!!
Séjour de 7 nuits en janvier 2022
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

What an amazing property!

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 absolutely loved this house, the location, the intimate setting on the water and the Old School Hawaii charm it exudes. It was the perfect house for us to relax on the open-air deck watching the massive surf come in. Whales were out front on our last day playing and breaching which was a nice ending to our trip. The house, the amenities, the location were ideal, and I would recommend to anyone that wants the true Hawaiian house experience.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Dream stay on the water

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a wonderful home -our time in Kona for the wedding of our son was enhanced by this stay in Makana Kai Hale. The amenities were abundant and cleanliness immaculate. The setting was enchanting. Gorgeous views of the water were spectacular. Loved it!
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Amazing Location, Sunsets & Snorkeling!

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: Pro: Amazing location, sunsets are incredible, best snorkeling ever, main bedroom opens to deck, kitchen sliding windows open to combine space with deck.Con: Road car/traffic noise can be loud but unavoidable and worth the location trade off, a little tricky getting into and out of snorkeling, can get a little warm in house but fans helped tremendously.