Escape to the Piece of Mind Retreat, a private resort-like haven in Kahakai Estates. Start your day with coffee on the ocean view lanai and wander through lush tropical gardens, where you can pick fresh fruit like bananas or mangos. Unwind by your private pool, play volleyball on a sand court or enjoy s'mores around the firepit while taking in Kona's sunset views.
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m
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Ocean view
Pool
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🏖️Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu
Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu
Your own private Kona retreat designed for real relaxation. Private pool, sand volleyball court, tropical fruit garden, and firepit for sunset evenings. Located in gated Kahakai Estates just minutes from beaches and Kailua-Kona.
Overview
Welcome to Nakukui Ekolu at Kahakai Estates, also known as The Piece of Mind Retreat. Set on more than half an acre in a gated Kona neighborhood, this private 3-bedroom home offers the space, privacy, and outdoor living that make a Big Island vacation unforgettable.
Start your day with coffee on the ocean view lanai, wander the tropical garden for seasonal fruit, cool off in the pool, relax in the hammock, or enjoy a friendly match on your private sand volleyball court. End the evening around the firepit while watching Kona's spectacular sunsets.
Inside, the home features a relaxed open living area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining table for eight — perfect for gathering after a day exploring the island.
Why Guests Love This Home
• Private pool with arched fountains • Ocean view lanai for morning coffee and sunsets • Tropical garden with seasonal fruit (bananas, mango, lilikoi) • Private sand volleyball court • Firepit and hammock for relaxing evenings • Central air conditioning throughout • Spacious half-acre property in a gated community
Interior Highlights
The primary bedroom features a king or Cal King bed, flat-screen TV, direct backyard access, and an ensuite bathroom with dual vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower.
Two additional bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the living area for added privacy. One includes a flat-screen TV while the other is intentionally kept without one, making it a great option for younger guests or those seeking a quieter sleeping environment. These bedrooms share a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination.
Sensory-Friendly Note
The owner specifically chose this home to provide a manageable sensory experience for their non-verbal autistic son. If you will be traveling with a family member or friend with autism or similar sensory challenges, please contact us for more specific information.
Outdoor Living
The backyard is designed to be enjoyed all day long. Relax poolside, splash beneath the water fountains, sway in the hammock with a book, or enjoy a game on the sand volleyball court. As evening approaches, gather around the firepit for s'mores and sunset views.
Location
Located on the last street in Kahakai Estates, the home enjoys a peaceful setting with very little traffic. Just across the cul-de-sac is the neighborhood park — perfect for stretching your legs or tossing a Frisbee.
Beaches, snorkeling, restaurants, and Kailua-Kona town are all within a 10–15 minute drive, and Kona International Airport is about 20 minutes away.
Additional Information
Minimum night stay varies seasonally from 5–10 nights. This is a non-smoking, no pets property.
Noise-aware decibel monitoring devices are installed on the property. These devices do not record conversations but alert management if residential noise limits are exceeded.
TA: 140-560-2304-01 STVR: 19-355127 NUC: 19-781
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving 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)
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
Rules
Guests must sign and return the rental agreement within 48 hours of booking to avoid cancellation. Contact Property Mgr if the deadline is missed.
Reservation includes Peace of Mind Protection Plan for accidental damages. If declined, a security deposit is required.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Property Registration Number GE-140-560-2304-01, TA-140-560-2304-01
About the neighborhood
Holualoa Village, a neighborhood in Kailua-Kona, is home to this vacation home. Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide
Is 🏖️Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 🏖️Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 🏖️Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 🏖️Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu located?
Located in Holualoa Village, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and within 3 mi (5 km) of Honl's Beach and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kona Farmers Market and Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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🏖️Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu Reviews
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The property is amazing. The house is perfect for a family with a few kids, and would work well for three couples as well. Very quiet neighborhood away from busy roads but has an easy walking path down the hill to the hub of Ali'i drive.
We loved staying here! Exactly as described in the listing. The Pool, volleyball court and other amenities were great. Awesome location close to Kailua town. The neighborhood gate to Ali'i drive made it easy to go for a morning walk/run. When we travel to Kona again, we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
The home, pool, and grounds were even more beautiful than the pictures! Our family had a fabulous vacation in this amazing home. It’s stocked with everything you need for a wonderful vacation in paradise. We would absolutely stay here again!
Lovely home and yard/pool. The house was in a wonderful neighborhood and had everything we need for a weeks stay. Plenty of room for our family of 6 to hang out. Not a far drive from Kona downtown area.
We were two senior couples. The house was perfect for our stay. Very clean, terrific backyard/pool area. Quiet neighborhood, a two-mile walk/ride to Kona. Property manager was very responsive/helpful. Would definitely stay again.
This home was excellent and super comfortable. It was everything it was described to be and more. And when we needed assistance, communication was easy and efficient. We would completely recommend it for anyone.
My family stayed here for one week in mid-August and we loved it! The home is exactly as pictured online and the backyard and pool were spectacular. Our 5 year old daughter picking mangos for breakfast and swimming in the pool. The place especially shines at sunrise and sunset. The neighborhood is quiet and an easy 5 minute drive to downtown. We can't wait to stay there again!
This is our second time at this house and both times were amazing. It is so nice to have the pool and volleyball court for down days, sidewalks in the neighborhood for walking and running, closeness to Kona and beaches as wells a quick drive up to the coffee belt for a morning cup of Joe. The kitchen is well equipped for the days you rather stay in. Truly a great house to vacation at!
This place was perfect! Great location, close to everything. Quiet neighborhood. Pool was amazing. Had everything you could possibly need. David with Kona concierge was really helpful in suggesting and planning excursions for our family. Even came with a welcoming basket. View was great from the backyard. Beautiful grounds. Highly recommend this place. Would definitely come back again. Only thing I wish they had was more beach towels. Other than that, it was the perfect vacation home.
We had a wonderful time at the house! It was a perfect space to come home to after a day in the sun. Sunsets from the backyard, swimming in your private pool and spreading out (unlike a hotel). The kitchen was stocked with tools, appliances, dishes, pans and pots (even an instant pot!) more than most rentals I’ve stayed at.
While we’ve typically spent time up in Waikoloa it was fun to explore Kona and the southern side of the coast. We will come back again.
This home and the property was the perfect place for our family visit to the island. The home was clean and spacious and had everything you’d need from towles to preparing home cooked meals/grilling if you didnt want to eat out every night. They also had snorkel gear and beach gear that was such a great additional plus for us. The property is amazing! The pool is large and clean, the volleyball net was so fun to have right there for a quick game. Location was perfect. Close to Kona downtown, and close to many restaurants, beaches, and easy access to get to/from anywhere in the island. The views both day and night were great. You can see the ocean from the backyard. The neighborhood is quiet and family friendly (if you’re a loud partier into the night-this may not be the place for you).
We will definitely stay here again when come to visit again. Many MAHALOS! 🌺☺️
Well planned home with all the essentials in the kitchen and bathrooms. Amazing location and property for our family of 6. Would definitely stay here again if visiting the Big Island.
As expected. Beautiful property and amenities for four adults (elderly parents and adult children). The pictures don’t lie. Great secluded yet easily accessible location. We explored the entire island from this one hub.
This house was just perfect for our family. The back yard is set up with fun and relaxation in mind with the pool and volleyball court. The view of the sunset is priceless and when the clouds lift we could see the top of Mauna Loa. The house is set up great with space for us all - thank you for sharing it!
Seriously, this place was amazing. The backyard was absolutely epic. We picked fresh star fruit and mangoes every day. We swam in the pool and loved the little shelf area with the beach chairs and umbrella.
Honestly, this place was perfect for my family of 5 including two young kids under 10. We had plenty of space and the location was close to everything from food to shopping. We also took several day trips to the other side of the island.
If you're looking for an epic place to vacation with your family, this is it!
What a beautiful house. The pool and grounds were amazing. The inside was great too but we didn't use it too much, lol! We were too bust in the pool, watching the sunset, hanging out by the fire-pit, watching the stars....Highly recommend this house to anyone. Everything was clean, well maintained and ready to use. The only thing I would suggest is a few more basics for cooking....like some oil and spices. Minor feedback. We had a great time!
We booked this property while celebrating my husband's 50th birthday. Us and In-laws stayed at the property, total 5 guests, and there was plenty of space in the home and yard to be confortable. We had other extended family come over for dinners and pool time who came to help us celebrate, even booking a group yoga class in the back lawn. It was amazing! Every detail was thought of so there wasn't a need for a rushed trip to the store for basic home needs after landing. It was a beautiful space everyone enjoyed. We appreciated that it was advertised honestly and were continually surprised at the thoughtful details like beach chairs, umbrellas, cooler and boogie board. Our kids surprised us with our 3 month old grandson and we were so delighted to find a pack-n-play in the garage to accomodate their visits. All around great value and experience! Great job and Mahalo!!
Overall it was a great stay. The only thing I didn't like was the day after we checked in, the landscapers came (which was totally fine) but there were there for over 8 hours so it basically ruined our day of being able to use the pool or enjoy any of the outside stuff they had there and they never reattached the hammock when they were done. I understand things needing to be kept up but we couldn't check in until 4pm and they came the very next morning at around 9am and we're there until we'll after 5pm.. it would have been better planning for them to come the day before we checked in or even the day of so we could actually use the things we paid for. The tree branches fell into the pool and all over the place and my husband had to go out there and clean the pool out afterwards so we could even use it. Other than that issue, everything else was good.
Honestly, this was the best place we ever rented anywhere.
Fully equipped, in perfect condition, great location, …, what else can you expect?
honestly, this was the best place we ever rented anywhere. Fully equipped, perfect condition, great location, what else can you expect?
should we return to Kona, we will definitely try to re-rent it again.
This house was perfect and the pool and outdoor area were amazing! We really enjoyed our stay here. Great view of the sunsets, nice quiet neighborhood but very close to everything. Great vacation!