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Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC

Beachfront cottage near Mauna Kea Beach

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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 463 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Waialea Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Puako

On the beach.With a stay at this Kamuela cottage, 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puako Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Puako Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 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) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Juice 101 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC

Tucked into lush tropical surroundings just steps from the soft sands of Waialea Bay, Ehu Kai is a charming two-story cottage designed to evoke the feel of a cozy beach treehouse. Surrounded by mature landscaping and flowering trees, this unique retreat offers privacy, tranquility, and an authentic island experience—all just moments from one of the Big Island’s most beloved beaches.

Inside, the cottage features warm cedar paneling, handcrafted oak floors, and generous windows that welcome in the ocean breeze. The main living space is located upstairs and includes a vaulted ceiling, an open-concept kitchen with ocean views, and a comfortable lounge area that opens to a covered lanai—perfect for sipping coffee or watching the light shift over the bay. Also upstairs is the full bathroom with a shower/tub combo. Sleeping accommodations include a private bedroom with a king bed, plus a sofa sleeper in the living area—best suited for children. Please note: Ehu Kai accommodates a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children, making it ideal for a couple or small family seeking an intimate, peaceful escape.

Guests enjoy thoughtful amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, an outdoor shower, beach chairs and towels, and a small lawn framed by tropical foliage. While open windows, ceiling fans, and gentle trade winds keep the cottage naturally cool, there is also air conditioning in both the bedroom and main living space for added comfort.

Ehu Kai offers rare, quiet beachfront living—simply step out the front door and follow a short, gated path to the beach, where snorkeling, swimming, and turtle sightings await. With its inviting wood finishes, cozy layout, and unbeatable location, it’s no surprise that guests return to this special retreat year after year.

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 cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • 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 a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 680 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: Small sofa sleeper for kids

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 Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC to the airport?

This cottage is 16.2 mi (28-min drive) away from the Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC to the beach?

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

Does Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC to downtown Kamuela?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Puako.

Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Lovely get-away

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 in every way.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbra B.

Never disappoints

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: Probably our absolute favorite vacation rental. Everything is always perfect. The location and house are perfect for a couple. Mary and her team are always there for you for any questions or needs. The new Roku TV setup is so convenient to login to your streaming services.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Lovely 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: 2Papayas are wonderful hosts! They have thought of EVERY need one could dream up. And they bend over backwards to offer comfort & assistance. The house is EXTREMELY clean & the walk to the beach is literally 30 seconds.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wes or Jenny M.

Great tree 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: We had a wonderful 10 days at Ehu Kai.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin D.

Great location and attentive manager

Great location and attentive manager!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

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

October stay in Puako

Great communication, gorgeous location, lovely property
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Beautiful Getaway

The house is so simple and lovely and just steps away from the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

jen m.

Fabulous!

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 vacation for the 3rd year in a row. Mary and her team were fabulous! Cant wait to come back next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy and Kef K.

Wonderful Stay at Ehu Kai

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: As always, we deeply enjoyed our stay at Ehu Kai. The property is lovely and well maintained and the location is perfect. We've had many years of experience with 2 Papayas and can highly recommend them. They are professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with.
Verified

8/10 Good

William P.

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

Beach 69 one bedroom

A totally unique property on the big island on one of the best beaches that has homes to rent.Mary Fox, the property manager does an excellent job as she has done for years.Although the house is charming and the proximity to the beach his close, be advised that this house has almost no storage place for suitcases, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Fabulous!

Perfect low key and well cared for spot!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene C.

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

Best host ever!

I could write a long list of beautiful little comforts that Mary and her team provided me with. Instead I'll just say that I prepaid my next vacation here before leaving the island!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Waialea bay 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: Great as always for all the years we return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

great

great
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

jen m.

Fabulous!

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!Perfect for 2 people.Great location.Mary was a dream to work with!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Great location

We really could not have picked a better spot. Our host greeted us on arrival with cool towels and a lei for my daughter's birthday. Stores are close to stock up and the beach that has the best weather on the island is steps away. The beach chairs provided were used every day and the snorkeling and rope swings provided all day entertainment for our 10 year old. Lots of cool creatures and flowers to check out right on the property. There was a great library to cover your reading interests. Internet worked great. The place has everything you need for a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Ehu Kai

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: The location was great, right on a snorkeling beach with a small ocean view. Short drive to Puako Bay where there is incredible snorkeling. The property contains everything needed for meals, comfortable king sized bed and the air conditioners work great. Mary was very responsive to all my questions.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbra B.

Does it get better than this?

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 is our second stay in this wonderful house and we are already looking forward to next year. Talk about a hidden gem. Basically right on the beach, but with privacy. Stocked with everything you might need or want and Mary’s team is just a phone call away in case anything comes up. From having the Hawaiian music channel playing and cold towels and a pitcher of cold filtered water in the fridge when you arrive, to the papayas and limes ready to use. We settle in like it’s home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judith T.

Fantastic Oceanside 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: This is a very comfortable home for a couple or small family. We also rented Ulu Nui as we were a large family group. The location is oceanside, with a white sandy beach, has fantastic swimming and snorkeling with turtle viewing nearby. We had sunset watch every evening, beach star gazing at night, barbeques, and dinners on the lanai. The beach is easy to access for small children. Location is quiet, an easy drive to markets, shopping or entertainment. Most mornings and evenings I was the only one in the water! Manager is attentive and services are all arranged for a carefree visit. Love, love, love this location and the accommodations.
Verified

8/10 Good

DANIELLE W.

Great location! No air conditioning...

This was our first time to the Big Island and found the location perfect. The rental was well stocked and looked exactly as pictured. The only draw back was there was no air conditioning. Our trip was in July with 91 degree days/80 degree nights and humidity well over 50%. We couldn't spend anytime in the house during the day. I was hoping to take a nap after the beach and it was not possible. Some nights were okay when there were trade winds. Sadly, only a few nights had a breeze. They have many fans, unfortunately, it wasn't enough. A window or wall air conditioner would be a great addition to the bedroom. I would rent this location again, but not in the summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Small but Sublime

Our family of 4 was more than comfortable in this beautiful loft home. Mary was wonderful and attentive, making our stay at Ehu Kai the best lodging of our entire trip to the Big Island (we also stayed at another house and two resort hotels). Without a doubt, the best thing about the house was the location. The street was quiet and secluded, unlike the houses a little further south on Puako. Waialea Beach is a breathtaking, white sand beach. It isn't a very deep beach, but it's sandy enough and shady, and its proximity to Hapuna Beach, which was spectacular, probably kept the crowds down. There was a lot of coral around the rocky parts of the beach that made the snorkeling very nice, and a strong swimmer could swim around the southern point and snorkle the absolutely amazing reef around Puako. Reef shoes were a good idea in this beach, since only a small portion in the center had sand any significant distance from the shore. The location of the house was great for visiting the Kohala Coast, but a little far if Volcanoes National Park and the tropical side of the island are of greater interest. We did day trip to Waipi'o Valley, Hilo, Mauna Kea, and Pololu Beach and, although doable, the drives were far enough that we didn't get to enjoy the beach back at the house as much as we would have liked. If vacationers are only interested in finding a nice spot on a beach and enjoying the sun, sand, and snorkeling on the western side of the island, there was nothing better that we came across than this part of the Kohala Coast. One thing good to know is that strong winds kicked up every afternoon and evening we were there. These winds cooled off the house nicely every night, but kicked up the water so much in the afternoons that snorkeling wasn't much good after lunch. Mornings were the best for snorkeling, although the only sea turtles and moray eels we saw were in the murky waters late in the afternoonon at the house. Everything at the house worked well. My husband and I were comfortable on the bed, and the kids did great in the living room on the sleeper sofa. The only warning I would give to future renters is to plan for stocking the house a bit. There was no shampoo or conditioner, and the toilet paper ran out in two days, so we had to run out for some necessities that hotels normally stock on our second day. However, the heated outdoor shower, airy lanai, laundry room, great management, comfy interior, and fabulous location made this place 5 star anyway.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Kealekekua, HI

EHU KAI 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: The property description was accurate regarding the location, layout, and amenities.The property was clean and well-maintained.The manager provided good customer service.We would recommend this property to a friend or relative.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wes or Jenny M.

Wonderful!

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Britta B.

Great Beach 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 is a wonderful cottage for a couple or a small family. Unbeatable location next to an amazing beach with snorkeling and sunbathing but plenty of shade when you want it! The cottage was spotless when we arrived. Mary was so incredibly helpful and accommodating and available if we needed anything. She went above and beyond to make our trip special. You will never regret a stay here. Wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbra B.

Beachside Tree 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: This is now our 3rd stay at this wonderful vacation house. It’s just perfect. The house has literally everything you might need for a comfortable stay and probably the cleanest rental we have ever experienced. Mary and her team are a dream to work with. We are already looking forward to next year.

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