Title: Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=11875&destination=Pahoa%2C+Hawaii%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=18993050&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) ## Photo gallery for Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) ![Property grounds - Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) (Kehena Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993100/18993050/86bb3018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) (Kehena Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993100/18993050/w1290h1886x0y27-498a8070.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) (Kehena Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993100/18993050/a0c57057.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) (Kehena Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993100/18993050/w1203h1479x57y27-90c12660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) (Kehena Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993100/18993050/51361902.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in one of the most beautiful places on earth, The Whale House @ Kehena Beach offers a serene oceanfront retreat. With an ocean view from every room, including the bathroom, you'll feel at home in this spacious cottage featuring FREE Super fast WI-FI internet and Direct TV. Enjoy BBQs on your lanai or explore nearby attractions like Volcano National Park and stunning black sand beaches. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4550 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi £175 includes taxes & fees 17 Apr - 18 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*HAWAII TA-042-418-7904-01\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Aloha, come swim with our friendly dolphins at Kehena Beach - all year long! Whales are here during winter months and can be seen and heard from shore. You will love The Whale House @ Kehena Beach. This unit sleeps up to 3-4\. It has 1 bedroom w/ a queen bed and a comfortable leather sofa bed ( double bed sized) in the living room, fully equipped kitchen w/ large refrigerator, oven, utensils, plates, glasses/cups, blender, coffee maker w/ coffee, pots/ pans, microwave, full bath, lanai, laundry room and more. This is a deal considering the beautiful stretch of oceanfront land in this area. This cottage is one of three on the estate. Please check out our comment book!!! We keep a book in the house to capture customers comments that are made about our place and how we can improve our accommodations. It is FULL of messages just like this! 1) Susan And Andre...We had a wonderful time here! The patio overlooks the ocean and we saw whales jumping and crashing right in front of us! The cottage is located on the beautifully lush Red Road and is very convenient to the cool town of Pahoa and also a short drive to Hilo. There is an awesome black sand beach directly across from the cottage and a farmers market at the end of the road (west end I believe) that was one of my favorite activities. Local vendors, music, food, dancing - farmers market was definitely a highlight. We would absolutely stay here again. 2) Thank You so much, the past 3 nights in the cottage have been FANTASTIC! I realy look forward to coming back to visit. 3) Very nice cottage! We really enjoyed! Two thumbs up! We will recommend this place for sure! The Whale House is located in one of the most beautiful places on earth - Kehena Beach, on The Big Island of Hawaii. There are actually 4-5 black sand beaches in the area to chose from. (Kehena Beach, Mackenzie Beaches and sea caves, Kaimu and Kapoho Beach ( must hike to ). Our spacious cottage is one of the closest cottages to Kehena Beach on Kalapana-Kapoho Rd (aka) State HWY 137.. Our cottage also has a washer & dryer, FREE Super fast WI-FI internet, land line w/ free long distance, Direct TV, flat screen TV w/ Netflix, tile floors, outdoor rock or gas BBQ’s and typical household amenities that give you the feeling that 'you are at home It doesn't get much better than this. It also has an ocean view from every room in the house, including the bathroom. If you are interested in Yoga, we are situated 3 doors down from Ramashalla, located here on 'The Red Road'. Many people come to Hawaii to visit Volcano National Park - home of Kilauea and the periodic lava flows just a short distance from us. There are also Hawaiian jungles, tropical rain forests, beautiful coastal views, geothermically heated ponds at Pohoiki Beach, can snorkel at Kehena/ Pohoiki (when water is calm) , surfing at Pohoiki Beach, whale watching w/ dolphins that migrate to the warm Hawaiian waters from Alaska. You can often see them from our lanai off our beautiful coast - in the Kehena Beach area. Many of my tenants have told us that they were able to swim w/ the dolphins and you can too! This is the place for water lovers - you should see the spectacular ocean view & sunrise over the south pacific from our lanai - where you may want to eat your breakfast!! Also, did you know that we have the newest black sand beaches in the world? These were created by the recent volcanic eruption and are now the most popular beaches in Puna. You can easily navigate all of these places from the cottage in Kehena Beach. For those of you who are seeking night time entertainment, check out 'Uncles Outdoor Hawaii Bar' if you want to sip a beer, listen to live Hawaiian music, eat great food and enjoy a farmers market at the same time. In addition, Volcanoes National Park is just a 45-60 minute drive. You are also close to the lava viewing area, KaMauna Caves ( large lava tubes) , coastal tide pools, snorkeling, fishing areas, Akaka, Kahuna and Rainbow Falls, Boiling Pots, hiking, Farmers Market (1/2 block away), Space Community Arts Center, Keck Observatory, Kilauea , Uncles Bamboo Tiki Bar w/ live music, cafes, food markets, Volcanoes Nat'l Park and so much more - are just 10-45 minutes away. My mission is to make sure that you have what you need to make your visit a happy, and memorable experience ! This is also a great place to relax and enjoy nature. Many people come to Kehena Beach to 'get away from it all and breath clean air, eat great food, soak up the sunshine, exercise, commune with nature, and meet some wonderful people. So come and find out 'what the aloha spirit really is'. We invite you to come truly is one of the most beautiful places on earth. You will love this place ! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Soundproofing - 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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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-042-418-7904-01, TA-042-418-7904-01 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach Hawaii Whale w/ AC @ Kehena Beach Hawaii Whale House W Ac Kehena Hawaii Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach Hawaii Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii Pahoa Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii Cottage Pahoa Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii Cottage ## About the area Located in Kehena Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Pahoa, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Mackenzie State Park and Pohoiki reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Hilo Coffee Mill and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Pahoa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pahoa.dx11875) [View more Cottages in Pahoa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pahoa-Cottages.d11875-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.39423%2C-154.93028&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OUBg1jDf_OyDsBy5uWxKV8yEYf8=) Kehena Beach, HI ### What's nearby - ![Palm trees on the Black Sand Beach, Hawaiian Islands, Hawaii, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977407860/dfe5ad38-4231-475d-a2e2-c568d9163457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pohoiki Beach 17 min drive \- 8.8 miles - ![Reeds Bay Beach Park is located on Banyan Drive, Hilo, big island of Hawaii.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160347/6566b2dc-7b27-4b3f-8556-449352841bcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Hilo 58 min drive \- 41.6 miles - Kehena Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - University of Hawaii at Hilo 53 min drive \- 38.1 miles - Hilo Shopping Center 54 min drive \- 38.8 miles ### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - Uncle's Awa Bar 7 min drive - paradise 17 min drive - Elixir Bar & Cafe 22 min drive - Behind the Bamboo 4 min drive - Hale Aloha At Kalani 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)? ### How much is parking at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)? ### What time is check-in at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)? ### What time is check-out at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)? ### Where is Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 93 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi 14 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy The beach is just across the street and very beautiful. It’s a walk down a cliff side to get to it. It’s a short, safe and worn climb down. This lodging is in a very quiet location. When we wanted to visit the sites the drives took 45-60 minutes away. That wasn’t a big issue but just be aware of that. Also, go grocery shopping before you check in. There’s a Foodland between the airport and the lodging. There’s a sweet patio where we’d eat and play games each evening. Two Spinner dolphins performed close to the shore for me. There were huge pods of them at random times. I’d go back there for sure. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dc187714-0de8-4b7a-96e6-0bb0d4df9e0b-1773448154152.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3efd84b7-af89-47cc-8cfd-c7ea15377a40-1773448199557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/795c1d81-192c-41d5-b41a-ee244f69747d-1773448201297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Heidi Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Sharell K. 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy The communication from the hosts was terrific. The cottage had everything you needed except maybe a beach umbrella. We are seniors so some instruction on how to use the remotes for the TV's would have been helpful, but we managed. The location to Kehena beach was excellent. Uncle Roberts bar and the local store were very convenient. We even had a good luck gecko living with us! ##### Sharell K. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim T. 20 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I spent 10 nights here in November. This is a very clean cottage, very well maintained. The owner/host is awesome and was in the area taking care of his other cottages so I spoke with him a couple times. He even stopped by and dropped off a new air fryer for me one day. Worked out great for fish and crabcakes from Pahoa. What’s incredible about this place is the location. It’s right in the middle of the red road along the south eastern cliffs of the big island. this is easily the closest vacation rental to Kehena Beach, about a one minute walk. stunning Beach, I’ve never seen anything else quite like it, but check it out before you go. It’s not an ordinary beach. Location is remote, beautiful, but only about an hour from volcanoes national Park. I was able to make several trips to the Volcano during my stay. Hope to stay here again! ![Sunrise across the street](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0e0cdf80-e07e-4265-a555-e719cadcb08d-1763656453904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Kehena beach from above](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a0fda2ee-5ef4-462f-82f0-8580ef1a2176-1763656458703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Coffee on the patio](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7705d92f-14be-4dfd-b8cd-5c4da59b9f70-1763656456577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jim T. Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer V. 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were looking for a place to stay for the night outside of Hilo while exploring that side of the island. This little cottage is clean, spacious and directly across the road from a beautiful, secluded black sand beach. It was magical! We would absolutely stay here again and enjoy it for a longer stay. I would have loved a single serve coffee packet to have enjoyed on the lanai in the morning, but honestly should’ve remembered to bring some with me. Everything was perfect. Thank you so much for having us! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4436dc8b-de6f-4a07-9b2a-91cbb7bcf429-1759287263455.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jennifer V. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose N. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little bungalow tucked away in paradise. Check-in was easy, kitchen supplies were sufficient for the two of us and wifi was more than sufficient. It’s “off the beaten path”, but if you want a touch of tranquil Hawaii, this place will transport you there ##### Rose N. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for 2 We absolutely loved the Whale House! The location is absolutely beautiful and the area was very quiet. The unit had basic kitchen supplies but they were very limited. The in bedroom air was great and the bed was very comfortable. The beach across the street was definitely one of our favorite spots to go and relax. We would definitely stay here again on our next visit and recommend it to anyone going to the Big Island. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abel L. 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great!! Very clean!! ##### Abel L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail G. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely perfect! Had an amazing stay - Andre was very communicative especially when the power went out! Property was a perfect base camp for everything we wanted to do in the area (Volcanes NP, Hilo, etc) - accommodations were comfortable and having the ocean right outside our door was just amazing! The area is charming and the people are kind! Will definitely be coming back! ##### Abigail G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick G. 16 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and Semi secluded! Best vrbo experience we've ever had! Our stay at the kahena beach cottage was amazing. It was on the rainforest side, which gave us a wonderful "off the beaten path" experience and It was directly across from kahena beach, which is a nude beach so be mindful of that before bringing your kids and making the nude people uncomfortable ( watched this happen). The inside of the cabin was very clean ,comfortable and up to date. 10 out of 10 rating ##### Patrick G. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe R. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great quiet place We were able to stay here and enjoy this time while being able to sightsee the island. The nearest beach is clothing optional so beware. And the new beach is Giant pumice rock... So before warned before you expect to go swimming everywhere. However the place itself was great for what we needed! ##### Joe R. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heath T. 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute little house Such a cute little property.Rented here before and always happy about it ##### Heath T. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob T. 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Very nice place to rent. Looks recently renovated.If I stay in the area again, would definitely consider renting again. Would also consider other cottages on the property because I think they might have better views from balcony ##### Bob T. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Linda H. 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kitchen essentials The kitchen supplies essentials pans etc need to be updated. Because of being away from places to eat we were cooking and could have used so basics. ##### Linda H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredibly tranquil Right across the street from the beach easy parking easy everything incredible place highly recommend to anyone ##### Michael B. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lysa T. 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Spot to explore recent lava flows The cottage is in a great location to explore the South Island lava flows. Communication and check in were flawless. There is no store or food near by so bring your own. ##### Lysa T. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd C. 25 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little hideaway Nice little cabins tucked in off the road right across from the black sand beach. Everything was very clean, bed was comfortable, TV had roku. Very tight parking but doable for small cars, fairly quiet with sitting area outside. We didnt need anything else. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Todd C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B R. 3 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great locy Clean and nice ##### Robert B R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Richard K. 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whale house get-away Very nice cottage, great hosts. The only minor issue we had was that the kitchen could use a few basic amenities. Overall, we loved it! ##### Richard K. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Came to Puna for my big sisters celebration of life. The place was perfect. Great location, quiet, clean and right accross the street from Kehena beach. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila L. 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Paradise We enjoyed the quiet tropical stay at The Whale House after a few busy days of work in Kona. Andre was super responsive when we had a bit of trouble finding the place and when we needed a light repaired. Great location and don't miss Wednesday nights at Uncle Roberts! Mahalo, we will be back! ##### Sheila L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica S. 29 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just right! We had a great time. Communication with Andre and Susan was quick, property was clean and cozy. The location was perfect! ##### Monica S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise N. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary in Paradise 🌺 We had a great experience. ##### Denise N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki P. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Stay This place was peaceful and so relaxing. It does have 2 other homes on the property, but it felt very private. Definitely worth a stay! Loved the patio! One of favorite stays ever! ##### Nikki P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry Q. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Terrific place at Kehena Beach We did two nights just across the street from the amazing Kehena black sand beach. Cottage is comfortable for two, and we appreciated the AC in the bedroom. Will definitely be coming back again and again. Other folks mentioned the naturist aspect of the beach, and although true, that didn’t bother us in the least. Truly one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen. The climb down is a bit daunting the first time, but no big deal once we got the hang of it. ##### Kerry Q. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher G. 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Stay Really liked staying here. Beautiful location and a very well furnished, cozy lil place. ##### Christopher G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ---