House vacation rentals in Puako

House was clean on arrival and had pretty much whatever we needed. We cooked on the grill most nights and enjoyed our time out in the “Lanai Vortex”. Great neighborhood, centrally located whether you wanted to explore to the north or the south.

Sandra's home was very nice and has a beautiful backyard. We rented the downstairs portion (with the private pool). We really appreciated the extra amenities provided (beach chairs, body boards, wagon, cooler). We used all of these items when we went to the beach. The yar d, fruit trees, and view are immaculate. We were able to pick fresh fruit each morning (star fruit, guava, oranges). This is definitely an experience that you can not replicate at any hotel, our family really enjoyed this. Thank you Sandra for sharing your beautiful home with us!

This is an excellent home. The hosts are very responsive and supply an accurate description of their house. The place worked perfectly for our 3 generation group. The geezers (us) stayed in the separate downstairs apartment. Not lux but decent. The 2 sons/spouses and 2 grandkids (2 &3.5) had the run of the more lux upstairs. Large bedrooms with good bathrooms. We prepared meals upstairs (no stove down) and enjoyed them outside on the large table under the roof on the porch. Good breeze there. Pretty warm inside for meals but the A/C in the BR's is great. The pool is perfect. Lots of floaties, toys, etc. Good loungers and a picnic table under cover next to the pool. The beach accessory selection is great. Coolers, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel stuff. Good location near a well equipped shopping center with groceries, Longs drugs, restaurants and a small Saturday farmers market. Very quiet neighborhood. Easy access. I highly recommend this rental.

We stayed there with another couple—perfect for that! Easy to get to a lot of sights and beaches. Parking for 2 cars. Great trash service. We all had a wonderful time!

We were a family of 4 travelling for several months from Australia - this was one of our favourite Airbnb’s of the trip. The back garden was absolutely beautiful and super relaxing. We saw all types of birds while reading in the backyard. Having seen the hideous Kona we were so happy we booked away from the grime and noise and ended up in this lovely comfortable home - very near to plenty of stores and very well equipped for all our in house cooking. We would happily have stayed longer had we not pre-booked other plans. Thank you - would highly recommend!

I recently stayed at Justin’s Airbnb in Kona, and it was an amazing experience. From the moment we arrived, Justin was incredibly welcoming, offering great recommendations for local activities and making sure we had everything we needed. The house itself was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, creating a perfect island retreat. One of the highlights was the pool – it was pristine and provided the perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring the island. The outdoor area was fantastic, with plenty of seating, and we enjoyed several evenings watching the sunset from the lanai. The location in Kona was ideal, with easy access to beaches, dining, and shopping, yet the house felt like a private oasis. We felt truly at home during our stay and couldn’t have asked for a better place to unwind. I highly recommend Justin’s place for anyone looking to experience the best of Kona in comfort and style!

Thank you for hosting us! We enjoyed our stay and appreciated how clean and well-maintained the house was. The location and amenities were great overall. One important note for future guests: while the pool is nice, its floor has a rough texture that could potentially scrape or scratch skin if you're not careful. This might be especially important for families with children. Regarding check-out time: 10 AM feels a bit early, especially when trying to pack up and clean with a family. A later check-out time of 11 AM would be more comfortable for guests and is more standard for most rentals. But the host was very nice and let us stay till 11am, we really appreciated it Despite these minor suggestions, we had a pleasant experience and would recommend this property to others, just with these small notes about the pool surface and check-out timing

We had a wonderful six-night stay at Halia Hale. The view and the grounds were stunning, and the home really complements its natural surroundings - we found ourselves drawn to the huge windows and the glorious vista much of the time. Besides its beauty, the house was peaceful, clean, comfortable (bed and pillows included) and had everything we could possibly need. The location, being up and away from the hubbub at sea level, was perfect for us - and allowed us unobstructed views of the gorgeous Hawaiian sunsets - but it's close enough to town that nothing is too far away. We would stay again in a heartbeat. Thank you Nicki!

The house was beautiful. Located in a great neighborhood with a really nice porch where we loved to have our meals, look out at the ocean and watch the sunset. Only ten minutes away from a really nice beach and a grocery store right down the road. The house had all we could need for the beach and more including a cart, cooler and beach toys! Paul was always helpful and responded quickly. We really enjoyed our stay and thought the price was a steal!

This was our third stay in Tanya’s beautiful ohana. It’s a spectacular setting and both the yellow and white ginger were in bloom which made walks memorable and fragrant. Tanya is always responsive to our needs. Thank you again for a reliably clean and comfortable stay.

This was a great place to stay. Loved the space and amenities. Would highly recommend.

Joe is an exceptional host. We had a late flight and were worried that there wouldn’t be a taxi available. Despite his early schedule—he wakes up at 4 AM for jujitsu—Joe came to pick us up from the airport himself! What a fantastic guy! The place was great, and his hospitality was impeccable. Thank you, Joe!

Had an excellent stay. Very nice resort. Great location next to Ali’i drive. Had everything we needed. Within walking distance of the downtown area. Upper pool has a 1.5’ depth kid section, which was great for our toddler. A reliably great stay.

South Kohala was the perfect home base, great location to resort beaches. We loved going to Mauna Kea everyday and could zip back home for lunch or nap time. Family friendly home with ample space....hosts were quick to reply with great communication. Home was equipped with necessities like standard kitchen supplies, BBQ, blender, basic seasonings, blow dryer. Incredible backyard views and sunsets, we plan to come back!

Beautiful place, unique decor, all the amenities you need and extras, comfy queen bed, large and fairly private yard and deck, legit ocean views from bed, no problem leaving doors open with the bug screens magnetically closed. The hot tub was amazing both day and night (stargazing). I found the arrival instructions a little overdone: just turn right before the squiggly yellow road sign (photo provided), stay right, then left at the cedar gate.

Dragon Makai Hale exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we arrived, Cheryl was an outstanding host, providing invaluable tips on local hotspots and must sees around the island. The thoughtful meet-and-greet added a personal touch that made us feel truly welcomed. The home itself was perfectly located—central to everything and easy to navigate from. It was impeccably clean, beautifully maintained, and incredibly comfortable, offering the perfect balance of luxury and relaxation. Without hesitation, 10/10 would stay at Dragon Makai Hale again. It’s the ideal place for anyone looking to experience the best of Kona on the Big Island.

This large rambling rustic farm house overlooked a sheep pasture and large trees, with many birds, especially in the morning and was quiet and peaceful . The night sky was crystal clear with stars and the Milky Way visible from the front yard. The front porch offered a lovely place to sit, mornings and throughout the day with a gentle breeze. We rented all three apartments so had extensive space for privacy and shared visits. The three kitchens had plenty of cooking utensils, with two large refrigerators and a nice stove, air fryer, etc. Lazy Susan table in dining room was very useful for dining. All beds were comfy. Krisann and Sam were very helpful and communicated quickly to our questions and allowed us early checking in as we were traveling with our food for the week. They shared a helpful list of places to visit and their favorite recommendations. The area is out of the way but we found plenty to do, including swimming and hiking.

Great set up for a family to have extra space with a kitchen. The host family was fantastic and our kids really enjoyed playing together.

This place is so wonderful! Peaceful neighborhood with lots in walking distance! Pools and hot tubs were great for us on cloudy days, and being walking distance to restaurants and snorkel spots, it was exactly what our family needed! The beds were comfortable (though I wish they had cotton sheets bc it gets a bit warm at night!), the backyard was great for kids, the garage is stocked with everything you could imagine needing for a beach/snorkel day. Jeff and Suzanne really thought of everything here, and it shows! And they happily accommodated our request to have no fragrance cleaning products, which, for a family with allergies, this was super important to us. We would book this again! We did have a few issues with the cleanliness of the dishwasher and washing machine, but they were so quick to address it and make efforts to make things right. This place is worth every penny and made our time in Hawaii really nice.

First of all I would like to thank Guy for his hospitality. Upon our arrival he met us at his place and due to a strong storm most of the area had no power. Guy was extremely helpful and offered flashlight and batteries. Fortunately the power came on about an hour after our check in. Guy gave us excellent recommendations and was great to chat with. We enjoyed every morning and every evening outside in the lanai. The geckos kept us company and the sounds of the ocean and nature were so peaceful and relaxing after a long day of exploring the island. I would definitely recommend Guy’s home if you are looking for a more peaceful and quiet getaway away from Kona lights. Merci Guy! Paris is next!

House is higher up the mountain which allows a great view of the ocean. Close to town and the airport and the Belt highway which makes it easy to go north or south on your travels. We had 3 couples and the house worked great for us. It's also in a residential area that was quiet with other similar nice houses. Would highly recommend if your staying in the Kailua Kona area.

We live part time here on Kona- my partner and I planned a small wedding and chose this place to stay during that period so we could be close to some of our visiting friends. The place was spacious, clean, and has an amazing outside area to connect with those staying together. We played karaoke at night and made use of the fun popcorn maker which made for playful moments. Kyle the ground keep was very friendly and helpful. He took care of all of our needs right as we asked him. I didn’t realize he would be staying in the room right outside of the kitchen… if I knew someone outside of our planned guests was staying there in the main house with us I may not have booked…. Thankfully Kyle was fabulous and we loved having him there to assist us as needed - and appreciated his genuine personality, and thoughtfulness in the space as we passed in rare moments. You rock Kyle!!! I would happily stay here again, and I will remember the beautiful moments getting ready for our wedding in

Richard’s place is a gem on the northern tip of the island. It is brilliant for those who are looking for something different and unique. Richard was extremely friendly and responsive to our questions about the area. Highly recommended.

Thank you!! Was a great place to stay. Would stay there again.