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Beachfront vacation home near Mauna Kea Beach

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A beach with clear turquoise water, rocky shoreline, and lush greenery.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and armchairs.
A wooden deck with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a scenic view of trees and the ocean.
An aerial view of a tropical resort with a large house surrounded by palm trees and a beach.
A spacious room with wooden floors, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Waialea Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Puako

On the beach.You'll be steps from Waialea Beach and a 5-minute walk from Puako Bay. Puako Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waialea Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Puako Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Puako Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 10 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hico - Hawaiian Coffee - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Juice 101 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hālani - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate!

Charming coastal craftsmanship meets serene, private beachfront living. Set amid mature tropical plantings, Ulu Niu offers a tranquil, two-story retreat that captures refreshing coastal breezes in a stylish and intimate setting. The home’s thoughtful craftsmanship shines through oak floors, rich redwood paneling, and custom koa shelving, all complemented by artwork from local artists—creating an authentic and thoughtfully maintained Hawaiian escape.

Elevated, light-filled gathering spaces with ocean views. Upstairs features a vaulted living area and open-plan kitchen with new countertops—perfect for cooking, lounging, and sunset views. The upstairs also houses two spacious bedrooms, each with King beds, air conditioning, and comfortable access to a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo.

Flexible and accessible living with a private downstairs wing. A separate downstairs bedroom, reachable via outdoor stairs off the carport, includes a Queen and Twin bed setup, AC, and an attached bathroom complete with washer/dryer—ideal for guests seeking separation and versatility.

Seamless beach access and private outdoor amenities. Guests enjoy direct access to a sandy beach via a gated path, along with an outdoor hot-and-cold shower—ideal for rinsing off after morning surf or snorkeling.

The home includes split AC units in all bedrooms and living spaces, a full kitchen with modern appliances, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, washer/dryer, BBQ grill, beach chairs, cooler, towels, travel crib, and more—ensuring both comfort and convenience amid relaxation.

Consistently praised by returning guests:
Ulu Niu has been celebrated for its easy beach access, clean and stocked kitchen, and serene lanai. Guests describe falling asleep to ocean waves, enjoying peaceful whale-watching views, and appreciating the balance of privacy and beachfront proximity. One review noted: “a home with a welcoming environment, private and yet right on the beach,” while another described walking out the gate and stepping onto the beach as “an amazing feeling.”

Hawaii GE & TA tax number 024-551-4240-01

STVR-19-350477

NUC-19-505

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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 the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Service animals welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 8 people total, including children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 660020170000, TA-024-551-4240-01, GE-024-551-4240-01

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.2 mi (35-min drive) away from the Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! to downtown Puako?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Puako.

Oct dates are $250 off the normal nightly rate! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved the location of this property! The beach is right there, where we saw sea turtles a few times. The house itself is so cute and was very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great 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: Excellent vacation rental experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great property at Ulu Niu

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: Cozy, beautiful, well equipped property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome house

A terrific house right next to a terrific beach!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big Island Paradise

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this perfectly located paradise. Just steps from a gorgeous beach with fantastic snorkeling and amazing sunsets. We had a group of 7 with family and friends and there was plenty of room for everyone and the house made you truly feel the Hawaiian experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary from Two Papayas was an incredible host. Extremely communicative reaching out the day before our trip. She was very quick to reply to any questions. The home itself was extremely comfortable. Exceptionally appointed. And the best part is location location location. We really enjoyed our stay. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation 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: Had a wonderful time in this beautiful property, my guests loved it too.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charming 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: Lovely house in an idyllic location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Great location and superb property. No issues whatsoever. Quiet and serene. Good beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful home

I've stayed in several homes on Waialea Bay and this is a great one -- clean and nicely appointed with everything you need. The lack of clutter is almost as soothing as the sound of the water lapping against the shore. It's a lovely house. And the location is unbeatable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Puako 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: Terrific home and location. Great vacation staff, super helpful. Very clean well stocked home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect in every way

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 is a 1 minute walk to the most beautiful beach on the island. We went snorkeling and watched the sunset every day. The location was convenient to shopping and restaurants but isolated enough that we were not surrounded by tourists. The house was clean and well appointed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful beach house

Classic Hawaiian beach house literally right on the water. The property manager did a great job of communicating and checking in on us to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. The house has a ton of character and is located in a beautiful colony of houses on a hidden gem of a beach. This is worlds away from the cookie cutter golf course houses that you see too frequently here. The location generally is also excellent. It’s about a 5min drive from Hapuna beach which is one of the best beaches in the world…on par with Hanalei. And it’s only about 15-20 min to Waimea which has the best dining options on the big island.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Classic Hawaiian Home On The Best Beach

We've stayed in Puako and on Waialea Bay for several years now and all agreed this is one of our favorite rentals. The house oozes classic Hawaiian charm. Traditional, not too fancy, clean and comfortable. Very well stocked amenities-wise. We are a family of 7 and felt the house fit us quite nicely. Loved waking up to the sound of birds and surf each day. The view of the ocean through the trees and the sound of the crashing waves helps give a beachfront feel without the exposure of actually being completely beachfront. Being able to feel like you have some privacy from the public beach goers was desirable for us. The side gate leading to the sand path to the beach gets you there in 20 seconds, so it was the best of both worlds. Plenty of beach paraphernalia in an outdoor closet available to borrow, as well as a fantastic outdoor shower to clean up after time on the shore. Mary at 2Papayas was wonderful and attentive. Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waialea Beach is one of our favorites on the Big Island, and this house was the perfect location for our stay. Very clean, comfy beds, super easy beach access, far enough from the crowds but still close enough to shopping and dining, quiet and safe, beautiful sunsets, and great snorkeling. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely location on the big island

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 loved the location, just steps to a less trafficked beach. The outdoor shower and all the beach supplies (boogie boards, beach chairs, snorkel gear) were fantastic. The house was well stocked and comfortable. And mary was super helpful with all of our questions. The only thing we missed in the description was that the third bedroom was below the main house and you needed to take the outdoor stairs to get there, so it was a bit tricky with our two kids.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PARADISE

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: We’ve rented from 2 Papayas for five years now. 2 Papayas treat us like family!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chill and comfortable 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: Just as described online, a home with a welcoming environment, private and yet right on the beach. Lovely lanai to sit on and watch the whales go by. Mary was very responsive and helpful throughout.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Ulu Niu

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: Wonderful spacious house, well equipped, beautiful view. House was clean, staff was very helpful. Would highly recommend it. Enjoyed the beach very much. Made sure to watch the sunset almost every day. (didn't bother when it was raining, which was one day)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

True Hawaii 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 was perfect in every way for a tropical paradise vacation very clean excellent kitchen amenities, and the lanai was where we spent so much for time enjoying breakfast, lunch and dinner looking at the ocean
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely rental 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: Excellent..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location!

The vibe of this place was amazing: homey and tropical. The proximity to the beach was just incredible. Hearing the ocean, having the trade winds blow through the open windows, and taking a 2 minute walk to get to the beach made it hard to want to leave to explore. I can see why the property is hard to book and why it has so many repeat guests :)
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kamuela

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: Excellent house and very responsive owner
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Dream

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: A lovely Hawaii beach experience. Sun, shade, sand, swimming, lotsa fish to see snorkeling, watching my grandson playing in the surf. Everyone with lotsa space to just enjoy without having to load up and get in the car for our outings. A perfect vacation for us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The best.

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’ve been coming to Ulu Niu for five years now. It is perfect in every way possible!

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