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PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

Cottage in Kamuela with fitness centre and Hot tub

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Escape to paradise at Halekawikapuako in tranquil Puako, a beachfront community on the Big Island of Hawaii. Relax with ocean views from 2 lovely lanais, unwind in a private garden shower or explore nearby ancient petroglyphs and golf courses.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer

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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.

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

Cottage in Kamuela with fitness centre and Hot tub
Along with a fitness centre, this smoke-free cottage has Access to hot tub and laundry facilities. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Kamuela cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include Access to hot tub and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: front deck no buts on ground or off grounds

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: service animals must be pre approved

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: kid damage will be charged

Events

No events allowed
All parties and events must pre approved

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Front deck no buts on ground or off grounds

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: all parties and events must pre approved
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 TA-019-160-2688-01, GE-019-160-2688-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Puako 1940's Vintage Now With

About the area

Map
Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Puakō Petroglyph Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Puako Bay - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 16 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kings' Grille - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Puako Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Puako Bay and Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 237 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the nicest vacation rental. We’ve stayed in in PuakoThe property is really well put together and beautiful, and the host are wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia O.

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

Great Spot

Can’t beat the location - quiet, private and close to great beaches. Owners were friendly and welcoming. Cottage was well-stocked and exceptionally clean. We loved our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and fully stocked. The place is even cleaner and nicer in person than we expected from the posting. The AC is solid, which is nice considering how humid HI can be.Dave was also great, he gave us a tour on check in. He pointed out the lovely fruit-bearing and flowering plants in the yard.We were also close to a public beach access where we could watch the sunset and see fish, crabs, and honu (sea turtles) (see beach photos).Would absolutely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

The ideal place for a family

David was a lovely host and provided a generous welcome with tips on the local flora. The house is simple in the best way - utterly relaxing and with all you need. The location is spectacular for snorkeling because you can walk to the best spots and shower in the outdoor shower after. The cottage is charming with thoughtful updates (AC) and is impeccably maintained.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Our Favorite Place!

This cottage and it’s location is perfect in every way. We love the quiet, peaceful location and the beauty surrounding it, the ability to walk to wonderful snorkeling locations, and the peaceful community of Puako. The cottage itself is extremely comfortable annd Dave annd Kim have provided every convenience needed. We have made many visits and it is always spotlessly clean. Dave and Kim are wonderful hosts and we hope to be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vintage Cottage

Excellent.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

margie g.

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

Terrific cottage - best choice

Booked a stay for medical conference- I enjoyed staying here more than resort. Perfect for 2 couples or family. Spacious with large rooms. Very private. Quiet relocation walking access to shore/tide pools/sunsets/coastal hiking. Quick drive to beautiful beaches. Hosts are excellent
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Heaven on earth

Great location, amazing hosts. Several beach access spots within a 5 min walk. House is great, plus you have a lanai in back and front deck is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Enjoy
Stayed 41 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary a.

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

Cute cottage

Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage. The host and hostess were especially gracious and allowed us to visit with their pet pigs. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Affordable Pauko and Everything you need for a nice stay

Spent 10 days here and it was wonderful. Had everything we needed to relax at the house and enjoy a true Hawaiian neighborhood. Very close to the beach public access, so less than 5 min walk. Neighbors are very welcoming. Thanks David for all the great recommendations and mangos. Mike T
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

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

wonderful people and wonderful place to stay

Everything about the house and hosts were just the best of the many places we've stayed. We didn't want to leave. They do a great job, and the kitchen is great for cooking, the location beautiful, and on and on. It is a special placeWe are seniors, and it was a comfortable place for us, and the ocean and wildlife were magical there. .
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisha W.

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

Lovely time in Puako

Cottage was a great place to stay and close to some of the best beaches on the island!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

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

Winter getaway

Very clean, very comfortable and a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Puako Vintage Cottage is a wonderful place to stay!

Aloha, Excellent location; the house is stocked with helpful items for vacationers--beach towels, beach chairs, coolers...the lanai and deck are delightful and the outdoor shower is exceptional. David and Kim are delightful people. I hope to visit again soon. Mahalo Kim and David.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay S., Wa

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

Beach house

Great place, just as advertised
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Perfect Stay!

We had a great time, it was perfect! Mahalo! Would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

THE BEST vacation spot ever!

This vintage cottage was the ideal place to be! Lovely home, clean, well-stocked, great amenities, communicative and friendly host, and most beautiful, relaxing, beach location on the island!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis W.

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

Awesome cottage

We have stayed at a few different places in Puako and we found our favorite for sure. We loved the layout of the cottage and it was very clean and secluded. It was stocked with everything that we needed and enjoyed our stay. David was an excellent host and was there to help whenever we needed it. We plan on returning next year to stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., PORTLAND

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

Great location. Great hosts.

The house is a great size with 2 lanais. It was very clean, and the hosts were available when needed. It was a fantastic experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W., Spring Valley

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

Great Stay!

David’s place was perfect for our stay in Puako! It was very clean, comfortable,cozy, quite and private. We loved our stay here and look forward to coming back someday! Mahalo!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W.

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

Puako Paradise

This is our favorite place to stay when we’re on the Big Island! We will be back again ! Mahalo!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Vacation

Great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Puako vintage home

Fantastic location. attentive and respectful owner. Cozy home with full amenities. Great outdoor shower. Morning coffee on the lanai listening to bird life was amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Wonderful stay!

The reviews are correct: this is a beautiful property with well-thought-out accommodations and impeccably clean. Friendly host. Location is in a quiet, relaxing area but an easy drive to the resorts if you’re so inclined. Perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

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

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Amazing!

We had an amazing stay here! It was exactly as advertised and even better. The cottage is charming and full of character, offering the perfect blend of charm and comfort. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and responsive, making our stay even more enjoyable. The location is ideal—peaceful, beautiful, and just steps away from the beach. We can't wait to come back the next time we're on the Big Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024