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Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview

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Property grounds
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
Escape to Makalani Oceanview Cottage, a romantic haven surrounded by tropical gardens in South Kona's coffee-belt. Perched at 1200 ft. above the sea on Mauna Loa Volcano, this charming cottage offers an authentic Hawaiian experience with stunning ocean views and incredible sunsets from your private lanai or detached Mango Grove Lookout guestroom.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview

Makalani (Heavenly View) Cottage is a delightfully romantic cottage surrounded by a tropical garden in South Kona's coffee-belt with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. For the adventurous traveler seeking authentic Hawaiian beauty and serenity, you can spend your whole vacation here gazing out over the endless ocean and its incredible sunsets. In the winter, you can spot whales breaching from your outdoor lanai or listen to them singing at night. Awaken to the music of colorful birdsong from papaya, mango and banana trees.

With a perfect year-round climate, perched at 1200 ft. above the sea on the side of Mauna Loa Volcano, Makalani Oceanview Cottage is authentic Hawai'i unspoiled by crowds and resorts. A great location that gives you many options for experiencing The Big Island's natural diversity. From your cottage you are just 4-minutes from the closest beach and 15-minutes to Ho'okena Beach State Park for sunbathing and swimming with dolphins. A 20-minute drive brings you to the famous Pu'uhonua o'Honaunau (Place of Refuge) National Historic Park and Kealakekua Bay where you can kayak to Captain Cook's monument and snorkel with an endless variety of tropical fish and sea turtles. And best of all, you're only 65-minutes from Madame Pele's live action at Volcanos National Park.

Your cottage is tastefully appointed with Indonesian teak furniture providing a romantic comfort reminiscent of Colonial British tropics. Your large open-room (studio) cottage sleeps two luxuriously with a romantic king-size canopy-bed with a memory-foam mattress fit for royalty. There is also a convertible couch-futon which can comfortably sleep two additional guests. You'll have a fully-equipped kitchen as well as dining area for four. A large outdoor lanai with barbeque gives you garden seating with a stunning ocean view. Your detached private bathroom with semi- outdoor shower will provide a refreshing Hawaiian experience with nature.

There is also a detached guestroom/meditation room available which is set in a grove of mango trees overlooking the ocean, called the 'Mango Grove Lookout'. It has a sofa-futon which can comfortably sleep one or two people. Serene and magical, this special extra-room provides daytime privacy as well as an intimate camp-like Hawaiian sleeping experience.

Managed with aloha spirit, Makalani Oceanview Cottage is the perfect vacation/retreat cottage where you'll find yourself surrounded by the natural beauty of Hawaii.
We hope your stay here will be the first of many happy vacations to South Kona and this beautiful island of Hawaii.

Keywords: Cottage/Ohana

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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-123-751-8336-01, GE-123-751-8336-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage Incredible Oceanview
Tropical Romantic S. Kona Incredible Oceanview Captain Cook
Tropical Romantic S. Kona Incredible Oceanview
Tropical Romantic S Kona Incr
Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage With Incredible Oceanview

About the area

Located in Opihihale, a neighbourhood in Captain Cook, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuka State Park and Ka Lae Paakai, while Kona Coffee Living History Farm and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum are cultural highlights. Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • South Kona Beaches - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pebbles Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 23 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 36 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview located?

Located in Opihihale, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ka Lae Paakai, Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. Puiwa Point and Ho'okena Beach Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous - words can’t accurately describe

What a great way to vacation! All the amenities we could need. So serene and peaceful- remote but not in a bad way!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

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

Absolutely great!

We loved staying here! The evening views were awesome and the host is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

awesome

Harry was great really would not have minded getting know him, cool dude. loved the privacy at the end of our days in such a beautiful setting, it was definitely Hawaii.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joan s.

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

Perfect getaway

The cabin is perfect and the property is beautiful. Harry was a great host. The cabin is stocked with condiments and spices as well as coolers, beach chairs and boogie boards. It’s a bit of a drive from Kona but it’s a beautiful drive that passes by beaches, coffee shops, restaurants and fruit stands. We loved everything about our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

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

Botanical paradise

As much fun as visiting the island was, the best part was coming “home” to Makalani Oceanview and the beautiful setting.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon b.

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

Wonderful

We absolutely loved our time spent off the beaten path at the cottage. It was a good location to explore the Captain Cook area and to do things outside of Kona.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Magical retreat

What a lovely cottage with a magnificent view of the ocean! Super clean and beautifully decorated. The pictures are very accurate; this is a beautiful place to stay. Harry is the best host, so generous with tips about everything local. The cottage is furnished with lots of beach items which made our visits to the beaches just perfect. We loved the curious geckos and the charming chickens. Best stay ever!the
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

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

Lovely

Exactly as Harry describes it on VRBO. Especially peaceful. If you’re more comfortable being surrounded by a lot of neighbors instead of in a peaceful rainforest, then it’s possible you wouldn’t be so comfortable here. We liked driving off to things and then coming back to this little Haven for the evenings. We were also both under the weather, unfortunately, for most of our time on the big island, so this was a perfect place to recuperate!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Captain Cook Home

The home overlooks the ocean and it is a comfortable elevation so it just about ideal temperatures. We enjoyed the separation from the hustle of downtown and the country feel of Captain Cook area. Property was beautiful and comfortable, host was warm and friendly. This was a great stay, we enjoyed our time here thoroughly.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Beautiful and private

Wonderful experience! If you are looking for peace and quiet this is perfect. Our favorite was the outdoor shower and the view! Lots of amenities provided made our stay nice also. The book with recommendations was also very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

A relaxed piece of paradise.

This is a great little cottage. We enjoyed exploring big Hawaii from this base. We drove around the entire island and this was the perfect spot to come back to. The extra flippers, cooler, beach mat and beach umbrella were perfect for day trips. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Weekend getaway

Harry was great and the property was amazing. I have referred a coworker and a friend. The accommodations were fantastic and beautiful. We will be looking to get this place every time we return
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A., pacific city, oregon

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

Awesome cottage

Lovely little cottage in lush surroundings. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return sometime soon. Harry is a delight to with, unfortunately he was away while we were there so we didn’t get to meet him. Loved the gecko's, mosquito’s not so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Just as Advertised

A great place to stay. Relaxing. Lots of extras to use: coolers, beach chairs and umbrella, lotions, bug spray, well stocked spices, etc. Good communication throughout the process. Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Comfortable

I must say that this was a treat to stay here. A very beautiful setting. Lots of natural beauty. The Mango hut was a perfect accommodation for our adult son....gave him space and privacy. Harry is a really helpful and welcoming host. Thanks so much.....
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Tropical Paradise

Very private tropical location, all the amenities plus extras for borrowing while being away from the property. Drive to town takes a while but being close to town not important to us. Owner friendly and helpful with suggestions. Enjoyed the view, privacy, instant hot water for shower, and geckos :).
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Captain Cook Retreat

Many thanks to Harry for the gracious hospitality. The location was scenic, quiet and off grid but with good accommodations. On site laundry facilities and more efficient internet Wi-Fi would have been ideal. Driving 18 miles to do laundry was not in the property description when first considering the property. Overall the stay was great. Many thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

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

Beautiful cottage. The view was the best. It was lush, quiet and quaint. We had everything we needed

Beautiful cottage, felt like what you would want in Hawaii. Never was hot even though open air. Even the view from the shower was gorgeous. The driveway entrance was a little rough with the rental sedan bottoming out twice. Would definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Hawaiian tropical paradise

Thanks Harry for an amazing stay in your jungle retreat. My husband and I were amazed at the truly incredible sunsets and gorgeous views outside every window. To be immersed in nature so totally was rejuvenating. Even the drive down to the cabin was absolutely stunning. Thanks for your suggestions on local beaches and use of snorkeling/beach equipment, so handy! You were an amazing host. Much Mahalo!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

William M., Nakusp, B.C. Canada

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

Private jungle cottage

Beautiful landscape with unobstructed ocean view. Feral pigs , asian pheasants and Hawaiian chickens were entertaining. We snorkelled almost every day in February when it was raining everywhere but Kona. Harry, the owner/host, was very helpful and accomodating.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Perfect cottage!

I could go on and on about how beautiful the location is, how great the owner is and how great the cottage is but one of my favorite features was the beach stuff provided! Coolers, chairs, umbrellas, towels, snorkel gear - all available. What a game changer! We packed charcuterie and searched out remote beaches for quiet picnics and snorkeling. Having beach gear was a huge plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana I.

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

A perfect Hawaiian Experience

Tucked into a beautiful tropical garden is a guest cottage with a large four poster bed, a patio with ocean views, and a separate bathroom that gives you the experience of living in the jungle while having all the comforts of home. The separate ‘Mango Hut’ for additional guests is a lovely little space with great views of the ocean and Kona coast. Watch the sun set and listen to birds, frogs and the occasional rooster. All the sounds of Hawaii! Everything was perfect, Harry is a very friendly host and we enjoyed the garden tour! Will be returning on our next visit to the Big Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Alesia I.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great cooperation by host

We did not complete our stay. Left early due to unforeseen conditions. Harry was kind enough to quickly refund us for the remainder of our trip
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri H.

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

Serene & Cozy Private Tropical Paradise

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Makalani Oceanview Cottage. The location is magical and the cottage is delightful. We especially loved the shower hut! Much care & creativity by the warm & thoughtful host Harry - fresh flower arrangements throughout, comfy furnishings, playful Indonesian art, beautiful light, lush gardens, mesmerizing views, happy sounds of nature all day. We stayed four nights which gave us one full day to simply relax at the cottage and two days to explore nearby beaches. The cottage is stocked with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Harry provides excellent guidance on what to bring, where to shop & eat, the best beaches, and directions. Very private & sweetly romantic!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda Q.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely Slice of Paradise

We enjoyed our stay. Harry, the host, was very responsive and accommodating. We loved the sounds of the frogs at night and the fresh air in our space. My daughter was a bit scared of the geckos, but we came to appreciate them because they ate the plentiful mosquitoes. My only complaint was that the space was not as clean as I expected. It was fine and acceptable, but not amazing. Overall, it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023