Kona Bay Estates 23 is a tranquil oceanfront retreat offering unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean. Imagine dining on your private lanai, watching humpback whales and spinner dolphins as you enjoy the ocean breeze, or taking a short walk to downtown Kona's vibrant shopping scene. With direct access to a sandy beach with protected swimming area and amenities like an expansive lanai, gourmet kitchen and recreation area nearby.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8290 sq m
Popular amenities
Hot tub
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.
🏖️Oceanfront Kona Home | Beach Access + Walk to Town
Oceanfront Kona Home | Sandy Beach Access + Walk to Town
Wake up to panoramic ocean views and the sound of the waves at this oceanfront home in gated Kona Bay Estates. With sandy beach access and a protected keiki swimming area just steps away, plus a short walk to downtown Kona, this location is hard to beat.
Why Guests Love This Home
✔ Oceanfront setting with sunset views ✔ Sandy beach access with calm swimming area ✔ Gated community for privacy ✔ Spacious lanai for outdoor dining and relaxing ✔ Walk to downtown Kona ✔ Beach gear included: 2 chairs, 1 umbrella, 1 cooler
Interior Highlights
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen with high ceilings and direct access to the oceanfront lanai. The kitchen is fully equipped with a convection oven, cooktop, and wet bar for easy entertaining.
Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom: King bed, en suite, lanai access Bedroom 2: King and twin bed, en suite Bedroom 3: King bed, en suite Bonus Room: Queen bed
Location
Oceanfront in gated Kona Bay Estates Approximately a 10-minute walk to downtown Kailua-Kona Close to beaches, snorkeling, dining, and activities Near Old Kona Airport Recreation Area with tennis and pickleball courts
Concierge Services
Professional concierge services are available to assist with activities, dining reservations, and island experiences.
Additional Information
Minimum night stay varies seasonally Non-smoking, no pets Noise-aware decibel monitoring devices are installed on the property to comply with Hawaii County Ordinance 114-18 and do not record conversations Tax ID: TA: 022-212-1984-01 STVR: 19-350690 NUC: 19-531
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
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
Near the ocean
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
Frequently asked questions
Is 🏖️Oceanfront Kona Home | Beach Access + Walk to Town 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 🏖️Oceanfront Kona Home | Beach Access + Walk to Town?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 🏖️Oceanfront Kona Home | Beach Access + Walk to Town?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 🏖️Oceanfront Kona Home | Beach Access + Walk to Town located?
Located in Historic Kailua Village, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area and Kailua Pier. Kailua-Kona Beaches and Keiki Beach are just steps away.
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Amazing: location, direct beach access, property, sunsets, spacious house, luxurious amenities, property managers, … just an amazing place for a family vacation!
This house...this location...this VIEW....all PEFECT!! We loved it. We stay in a lot of vacation rental properties, but this one was probably our favorite of all time!
This house was perfect for my family’s needs. Kid friendly beach access 25 steps away. Yet still very private. We will definitely be returning. Very nice property, just as described.
This house and property are amazing. You can open up all the doors at the back of the house for a true open air experience. The sunsets from the lanai are breathtaking. Listening to the waves while you enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon libation is a perfect respite. I would stay here again and again. Mahalo for sharing your home with us.
It was everything and more! An amazing home with an over the top view! There were 3 couples and a baby in our group and we had everything that we needed! We loved it so much that we had a hard time convincing ourselves to go out. Conveniently located to Kona and we loved the little beach. We saw whales off the lanai along with dolphins. Great outdoor seating! Thank you!!!
Beautiful place right on the water. Amazing sunsets every evening. Home was very clean and spacious. We loved the home and our stay. Only down fall for us was that, even though it was located in a gated community, the public still had access to the beach. There were dozens of people directly behind the house every day especially during the sunset hours. Some people would come sit on the back rock wall/fence and just hang out for hours.
Didn’t know it would be possible to be better than the listing, but it was!
5 stars all around for this property. The listing is already wow-worthy but when you enter (even beginning with the neighborhood and driveway) everything is jaw dropping. Very spacious, amazing views in everything direction. Kitchen is super well stocked for anything you want to create in your time. Convenient location within central Kona. Chairs, umbrellas, sand toys all available for the beach. Easy to work with the concierge with any issues (only issue we had was door code and got ahold of them in under 2 minutes.) would absolutely stay again!
3 couples shared this beautiful ocean front home. We loved having plenty of space for everyone to have their own bedrooms and baths. It was also very easy to cook dinner and enjoy the outdoor seating. There is public beach access and there is a fair amount of traffic along the pedestrian wall which runs along the ocean front and is about 25 feet or so from the back porch. So, there are several people checking out the house and the people using it.
Unforgettable Stay with Stunning Views and Relaxation
Our stay at this VRBO on the Big Island was unforgettable. The views were absolutely stunning, and we found ourselves looking forward to the sunsets every evening—they were simply breathtaking.
The kitchen was a dream for anyone who enjoys cooking. It was fully equipped with everything we needed, making meal prep a breeze. We enjoyed many home-cooked meals and felt right at home.
The landscaping around the property was beautiful and added to the overall serenity of the place. We loved walking through the lush gardens in the morning—it really felt like our own private oasis.
The beach was steps away and our kids were in the tide pools all day, evening and nights!
The concierge, David was amazing, got us a once in a lifetime experience with swimming with the Manta Rays, recommended an awesome Coffee Farm and helped my daughter arrange a private Chef birthday dinner surprise on the lanai that was the highlight of my experience!
This place exceeded our expectations in every way. If you're looking for a relaxing and beautiful getaway, this is the spot. We can’t wait to come back!
For an absolutely wonderful property to stay on the island of Hawaii...you will have a hard time finding something equal or better. We own our own home on the California coast and always enjoy looking for an alternative ocean front home elsewhere in the world to vacation. Kona Bay Estates 23 will most likely be at the top of your vacation home experiences.
The highlights are numerous- Ocean front with great blow hole type wave activity within 100 yards of the most beautiful lanai outfitted with very comfortable dining and lounging furniture for our entire family. The beds and bedding were splendid. The kitchen was very well stocked with all the necessary cooking gadgets and high end appliances. A very calm swimming lagoon within 75 footsteps from the home. Plenty of beach chairs and umbrella and sand toys and snorkel gear for our use. The landscaping alone brings on a calm of its own.
Wonderful, wonderful property. Thank you so much for sharing.
This house was very nice. The decor is more formal than our family’s taste. Nothing wrong or different from the pictures, just not ideal for young children. As shown in pictures there is a fragile sculpture that is not to be touched but it is tempting for young kids. We kept our kids away but it did require extra vigilance that parents should be aware of. The master is on the main level, all other bedrooms are upstairs above garage- far from master. When traveling with small children this isn’t ideal. But the location was beautiful and so close to a wonderful beach for small kids. We had a great stay. I would recommend this house more for families with older children or couples traveling together. Oceanfront location was perfect for watching sunsets and we enjoyed seeing all the boats moving between the harbor and the pier each morning and evening.
We loved our stay! The kitchen was very well equipped with pans, utensils, grilling equipment, etc. however be prepared to buy things like olive oil, salt, pepper, etc for cooking. The views were excellent and we saw whales from the back patio. Access to the Queens Bath made for a great snorkeling and swimming spot right out the back door. We loved our time here and can’t wait to come back.
This is the most beautiful, well-maintained, and spacious vacation home I’ve ever stayed in!! The views are stunning and it’s perfectly located on the island. Our whole family voted this our favorite vacation yet and the home was a major factor in that. Thank you for such an incredible stay! We will definitely be recommending to friends and family!!
We had an outstanding time. It was everything we expected and more. We appreciated the constant communication with our stay and the recommendations provided to us by our concierge David. I would highly recommend this stay to family and friends.
We traveled to Kona and rented this home for 8 days Dec 2020. We had a group of 8 family members and the house had plenty of rooms for all. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need , so great. The view of the ocean and proximity to Keiki beach was perfect. We will definitely stay here again.
The home is gorgeous and in a gated community, right on the ocean and just a short walk to the keiki pond. My mom loved the master suite and she and my stepdad stayed nice and cool with excellent air conditioning downstairs. The air didn’t work as well upstairs and the back bedroom shower had no warm water. There should be information about how to turn the living room lights on and off, the switch is in a cabinet, which we learned by calling the property management company. Overall an incredible property, we had a wonderful time, and I highly recommend staying there!
eryn s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
2/10 Terrible
Jul 12, 2014
Just ok
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
One night almost spoiled the vacation. Alarm went off about 1230AM and lasted until after 3AM. Tried calling the alarm company and reach NY. Called property mgr and connected to Canada. We had to sleep outside. Alarm company rep located in Hilo. They could not help until the next morning. It was the battery and alarm company rep did not bring tools so he had borrow a pocket knife from one of us to fix the alarm. They said the alarm was not connected, but I said it still went off. It was awful experience.