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Farm stay in Ocean View

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

The Flower Bed

Welcome to The Flower Bed, a greenhouse cabin on the slopes of Mauna Loa, Big Island with everything you need for a great vacation. Relax on the outdoor patio, cozy up with a book on the loveseat, enjoy the rainfall shower. Gaze at the amazing stars and be lulled to sleep by evening nature sounds. Awake to birds in song and morning sun filtering through the window. Sample an edible flower, use a pinch of lavender for calm, and enjoy peekaboo ocean views. You won’t regret staying several nights!

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Guest suite in Captain Cook

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Crow's Nest /Ocean View/ Snorkel/Beach

Enjoy the Crow’s Nest which perches atop our Roundhouse. The 180° view of the ocean from the covered Lani gives a sweeping view of Kaohe Bay (Pebble Beach) and whales. (peak times Dec-Mar). The ocean with a beautiful deep reef, is 2 blocks away! Hike to an extinct cinder cone, south, along the ocean. Birds abound. We are located 45 minutes south of Kona this is the perfect place for exploring snorkeling at Hookena Beach, 2- Step beach & Kealakekua Bay. Tax ID’s GE153870131201 TA153870131201

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Home in Captain Cook

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Sugarbush Nest

1 hr. drive from Kona & 1.5 hr from Hilo. Located in Ocean view on the slopes of Mauna Loa, with warm days and cool nights. Spacious one bedroom house with sweeping views of the ocean, coastline and south point! Located on 1 acre with terraced gardens of protea, mature Ohia and tropical plants and flowers. Pride of ownership shines in every aspect of this home with an open floor plan, gorgeous eucalyptus floors that add depth & warmth, and an extra large lanai overlooking the Ka’u coastline.

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Guest suite in Naalehu

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Best OCEAN VIEWS! Modern, Private Studio w/Laundry

Time and again our guests say they wished they would have stayed longer. Private, modern studio. Private entrance, and spacious lanai with UNOBSTRUCTED, PANORAMIC OCEAN AND COASTLINE VIEWS, outdoor, covered, living and dining areas w/cozy gas fire-pit. King size bed, leather sofa, AIR CONDITIONING, private WASHER/DRYER, BBQ, hot plate, toaster oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea bar, electric kettle & cooking tools, fast internet, smart TV, basic toiletries & beach items and more!

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Guesthouse in Captain Cook

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews

South Kona Farm Cottage with Ocean Views

Our cottage in is a completely separate building for your privacy and comfort. Kona Mauna Kai is a small scale farm on the lush slopes of Mauna Loa on the Big Island of Hawaii. We offer a retreat from the busy vacationing agenda and serve as a perfect in between stop after enjoying the sites of Kona or Kelakakekua or after a full day in Hilo or Volcano. Choose us as a breath of fresh air before headed to your next destination . Or, kick back and relax for a few days and unwind ...

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Guesthouse in Captain Cook

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Pebble Beach House- 2 Minute Walk to the Beach!

Come enjoy our guest house with Pebble Beach just a 2 minute walk down the road! Our piece of paradise is located in a peaceful neighborhood where you can see and hear whales spouting and slapping their tails (in season) and enjoy ocean sunsets. Pebble Beach is a great place to snorkel, kayak, or start a hike along the Kings Trail to volcanic formations or a hidden black sand beach. We are located approximately 45 minutes south of Kona, and 75 minutes to Volcanoes National Park.

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Cabin in Naalehu

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 287 reviews

Peaceful Private Rainforest Getaway

This little cabin is so cozy, it's like your home away from home. You will find most everything you will need while staying here. It's tucked away in the trees with a National Park right in the back yard! You'll wish you could stay longer! Please be sure to read the entire description of the listing so there are no surprises. Babies under 9 months are welcome ( pack and play is available). There is only one bed so there's no accommodations for children older than that.

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Guesthouse in Captain Cook

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Kona Paradise Ohana Studio

Enjoy epic sunset views over the ocean while surrounded by lush jungle foliage. The scent of plumeria and the gentle calls of tropical birds will never let you forget you're in paradise. While you're here you'll be a stone's throw from many wonderful places to snorkel, as well as Place of Refuge National Park. This is a terrific base camp to explore Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Kea Observatories, the most southern point of the U.S., a black sand Beach and much more!

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Apartment in Kealakekua

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 446 reviews

Hale's Hale

This one-bedroom apartment with an ocean view is the perfect space for you to relax and unwind after a day of fun! It has it’s own private entry and includes a queen bed, a sofa bed, a fridge, a microwave, a cooktop, A shared washer/dryer and BBQ grill! Our home sits at a cool 1300' elevation with stunning sunsets. For our fellow adventurers, It’s only 10 minutes from Keauhou Bay, 15 minutes from Kona town to the North or 2 Step snorkeling to the South.

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Guest suite in Captain Cook

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Studio apartment with sweeping ocean views

A place to get away from it all! Enjoy the views from your private deck overlooking the ocean. This spacious one bedroom, one bathroom with an outdoor kitchen provide plenty of places to relax in the shade or you can enjoy the warmth of the Hawaiian sun while sunbathing on the lounge chairs overlooking the ocean. Your favorite memory will most likely be eating a delicious bbq cooked dinner on the open lanai while watching the sun set into the ocean.

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Tiny home in Naalehu

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Kanaloa

Kanaloa (God of the Sea creatures) over looks the Ocean, this room is 140 sq ft, with a queen bed, small table with chairs, no kitchen, large window to view Milky Way, sunrises, all while laying in bed. Kanaloa has its own private composting toilet 25’ from the room, bathroom sink, beach shower. A glamping room for short stays for those wanting a lower nightly price, clean, comfortable, getaway, close to Green Sand Beach and other popular place.

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Guesthouse in Ocean View

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 288 reviews

Ocean View with a view

Our little slice of paradise is located in Ocean View Hawaii half way between Kona and Hilo. A beautiful place to enjoy the island flow free from crowds and filled with peace. We have views of south point the most southern point of The United States. At night the you can experience millions of twinkling stars as we are in one of the special places on earth free of light pollution allowing views of the stars rarely seen with the naked eye