This Hicks Home is nestled among mature plantings and features clear-fir walls, oak flooring, and redwood bathroom walls. Unwind in the main living area with high beam ceilings or relax on the large covered lanai with ocean views.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7111 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
Nestled along the shoreline of Waialea Bay, Hawai‘i, Kolea is a beautifully renovated two-story beach house offering a tranquil, private escape with beach access at your fingertips. Built with clear‑fir walls, oak flooring, and custom koa cabinetry, the home’s design evokes warmth and elegance, while mature landscaping ensures both serenity and seclusion—yet it's merely steps from the ocean. Upstairs, the light-filled living area and kitchen under a high-beamed ceiling open onto a spacious covered lanai ideal for dining or unwinding with ocean views. Downstairs, the lush grassy yard invites barefoot play, with an outdoor hot-and-cold water shower providing a refreshing rinse after sandy beach adventures. Air conditioning is available in all bedrooms for added comfort, but many guests prefer the open breeze and ceiling fans for that genuine tropical experience.
Inside, the home sleeps seven across three King beds and one Twin, with two full bathrooms offering convenience and space. The layout strikes a balanced blend of style and casual comfort through thoughtful amenities—including a TV in the downstairs bedroom, well-equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, a grill, beach chairs, towels, and a lawn perfect for kids to play.
Guest reviews highlight Kolea’s rare combination of peaceful privacy and beachfront access. One raving guest described walking “out the front gate and directly onto the beach” as “an amazing feeling,” while noting that “the upstairs lanai overlooks the ocean but still feels private from the beach because of the vegetation surrounding the property”. The house is complete with AC for those warm summer months.
Hawaii GE & TA tax number 003-998-7200-01
Registration number STVR-19-350605
NUC-19-521
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: 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
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
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: no smoking in the house
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
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)
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
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Service animals welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: 6 people total, including children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house
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-003-998-7200-01, 660020210000, TA-003-998-7200-01
Frequently asked questions
Is Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC 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 Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waialea Bay Beachfront Home with AC located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela vacation home is steps from Waialea Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Mauna Kea Beach. Puako Beach and Puako Bay are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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:
For people who wants a vacation away from crowded places this is a great spot!
Arturo G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
marlene o.
May 13, 2025
PEACEFUL PLACE
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 wonderful vacation of peace and renewal. We will always remember our time spent in this heavenly place.
This home was absolutely perfect for our family and made our stay even better than we imagined. The view from the back porch and easy access to the beautiful beach were a favorite! The house had all the comforts of home…well stocked for cooking, easy to use amenities such as TV, washer/dryer, plenty of linens and comfy beds. Mary was extremely attentive and made sure our stay was perfect. We happily recommend this wonderful home!
Kristopher B.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David F.
Jun 22, 2024
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:
Beautiful location with great amenities. Like having your own private beach resort. Would love to stay here again.
David F.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Marie or Brian C.
May 21, 2024
Collins-Kolea Cottage 5/24
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:
Kolea and its setting right on the beach was outstanding, as usual. Unfortunately the mega-storm contaminated the cove for the entire stay and we were unable to swim or snorkel. And it took the allure of the beach itself.Brian Collins
Marie or Brian C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Tiburon, CA
Feb 25, 2024
Kolea is exceptional
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:
Exceptional house, location, and environment. We will return! 2 Papayas is the best
A guest from Tiburon, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert F.
Jan 19, 2024
Airy Hideaway
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:
Kolea provided a wonderful quiet (well with bird song and the rhythmic waves) retreat from the world. The second floor perch with a direct view of the ocean imparted calm and peace amidst beauty and comfort. The space was welcoming and obviously well taken care of. Mary and team provided generous island welcome
Robert F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
JESSE L.
Jan 9, 2024
Perfect 2nd Stay - Longtime Repeat Clients
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 first stayed with 2Papaya in 2016 & this is our 2nd stay at Kolea House. We have also stayed at least three times at the Ehu Kai house, four times at the Honu house, and once at the Blue Makai house. As always, the house was perfect and the 2Papayas crew was friendly & helpful. Staying at Beach 69 with 2Papayas is our go-to relaxing vacation. The beach is stunning, with mild to no surf, snorkeling, and plenty of shade. Walking out the front gate and directly onto the beach is an amazing feeling every time you do it. The upstairs lanai overlooks the ocean, but still feels private from the beach because of the vegetation surrounding the property. Kolea House is perfectly set up for families or groups traveling together. The kitchen is well-equipped, the beds are very comfortable, and everything is spotless. My favorite feature of staying with 2Papayas is their dedication to using unscented cleaning and laundry products. Vacation rentals often reek of highly scented cleaning products, air fresheners, scented trash bags, dryer sheets, etc. At Kolea House, and at the other 2Papayas properties we've stayed at, all you smell is the scent of the plumeria and gardenia being carried on the ocean breeze. We are booked to come back to 2Papayas paradise in six months.
JESSE L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Samantha L.
May 8, 2023
April stay at Kolea
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Perfect weather, perfect house and wonderful birds
Samantha L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Tiburon, CA
Feb 14, 2023
Kolea 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:
Fantastic vacation: the house, Kolea, was wonderful, the location is fantastic, and 2 Papayas did everything to make it a superb stay
A guest from Tiburon, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anna D.
Jan 19, 2023
Perfect family retreat
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:
Kolea is the perfect place for family to connect, catch-up and laugh out loud together. A joyful spot, a perfectly comfortable home base.
Anna D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Thomas H.
Jun 5, 2025
Amazing
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:
Most incredible place on the entire island. While there might be more swank places stay, I'm not sure any has this kind of backyard access to gorgeous bay. House was well equipped and taken care of. Our family had a wonderful time. 2 papayas was super as well.
Thomas H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dennis W.
Oct 12, 2022
Great house for a getaway
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:
If you want to get away from the crowds this is a great house. Far enough away from the large tourist areas but close enough if you need to run to the store. As always, 2Papayas make you feel welcome and check in to see if you need anything,
Dennis W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Troy K.
Oct 12, 2022
Property 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:
Kolea was sweet, quiet, with great access to a very uncrowded beach.
Troy K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
jennifer w.
Oct 3, 2022
Perfect Family Reunion Accommodations
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:
Kolea is in a beautiful location steps away from Waialea Beach. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking, beds are comfortable. It’s peaceful- a great place to hang out. The only thing that I would change is the chained, barking dog next door.
jennifer w.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Falmouth, ME
Jun 28, 2022
wonderful family retreat
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 experience from beginning to end. The house is very well designed and equipped. Having A/C as an option in all bedrooms and LR was great but we mostly opened the windows and used the plentiful ceiling fans to enjoy the warm air. The location is prime and the view the best on the beach. We love the beach but also enjoyed being just minutes from both the Mauna Kea and Mauna Lani resorts and the beaches & amenities offered there. We look forward to returning to Kolea.
A guest from Falmouth, ME
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rachel G.
Mar 24, 2022
Perfect 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:
We had a great stay at this house. Right on the beach. Huge lawn for the kids to play in. The house is great. Great experience with 2papayas. Highly recommend!
Rachel G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Tiburon, CA
Feb 15, 2022
Kolea - a gem
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:
superb
A guest from Tiburon, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne G.
Feb 3, 2022
Beautiful Waialea 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:
We found Kolea in perfect shape when we checked in (a couple of hours early, which we appreciated). It's a lovely house in a great location, very close to the south part of the beach. The large lanai was great, with beautiful views, and we ate all our meals out there. The house is very well maintained, the kitchen has great appliances and everything you could need (one exception: no champagne glasses!), beds are comfy, linens of excellent quality. Plenty of fans & screens meant we never needed the A/C, though I'm sure it's nice to have in the summer. We really appreciated the large yard with loungers, and the fence and gate to the beach being "hidden in plain sight" so we had no concerns about beach goers accidentally wandering in. A few of our favorite things: Kauai shrimp from Da Fish House, chicken pies & mac nut tarts from the Hawaii Tart Company (at Waimea Farmers Market), steak from the Waimea Butcher, local butter from Kohala Grown Market in Hawi, lunch at Bamboo in Hawi, dinner at Napua at sunset, the Arts Co-op in Kapa'au, Nalu Builds in Hilo and, most of all, 2 Papayas' great service. We've booked with them for over a decade and have never been disappointed. Thanks to all of you for another great stay!
We had a great trip. Everything was wonderful. The view to the water was my favorite. I loved having the windows opened and hearing the ocean. We rented a kayak for the week. We rented bikes for the week. We used the kitchen for almost all our meals. The snorkeling from the beach in front was great we saw lots of fish, an octopus and turtles. At night we went out to the rock pools and could see brittle stars and all kinds of stuff. Lots of different kinds of birds.
Mary from 2 papayas is great. We didn’t have any issues but she was available if we did. We had a question during our stay and she responded very quickly.
I would love to stay again.
Amy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michele M.
Oct 23, 2021
Awesome!
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:
Everything was perfect. The little amenities left for us was so thoughtful. We enjoyed it 110% and look forward to staying again!
The property is very nice and the listing is accurate. The house was incredibly clean and it was a huge benefit to have a fully stocked kitchen. Definitely recommend.
Alicia P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jul 2, 2021
Kolea JUne 2021
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:
Kolea is a beautiful house on a beautiful bay and beach on the big island. It doesn’t get any better than this which is why we keep returning again and again. House is well placed, well stocked and 2Papayas provides excellent customer service.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marie or Brian C.
May 29, 2021
Kolea, Puako
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 do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent. We will return!
Marie or Brian C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laurence or Samatha L.
May 19, 2021
Paradise
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:
Best time ever. Best place ever.