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Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

Captain Cook vacation home with kitchen

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A wooden interior with a sofa, a table, and a view of the ocean.
A multi-story building with balconies and large windows, surrounded by greenery.
A wooden staircase leading to a covered entrance with potted plants and a stone wall.
A wooden interior with a kitchen counter, a ladder, a sofa, and large windows.
A wooden interior with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a view through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Captain Cook

In Captain Cook .You'll find Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary and Bay View Farm within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Big Island Bees and Painted Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Magic Sands Beach - 24 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 31 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 48 min drive - 40.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Teshima Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kaya's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪HiCO - Hawaiian Coffee - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

If you are adventurous and free spirited, but still require all the amenities a luxury rental home has to offer then Pu`uhonua ('Place of Refuge') is the place for you. Experience tropical Hawaii at it’s finest in this unique pole house nestled just above Kealakekua Bay ('Pathway of the Gods') in Captain Cook, Hawaii. At this elevation you will enjoy the perfect climate and sweeping 180+ degree views of the ocean, Mauna Loa and Kealakekua Bay, in a quiet and comfortable setting.
Convenient location, just a moment away from the town of Captain Cook, with all of its amenities including one of the islands best grocery stores, fantastic restaurants, local shops and a wonderful farmers market.

Watch breathtaking sunsets from the spacious upper lanai that wraps around the house. Just 20 miles south of Kailua-Kona Airport, Pu`uhonua House is minutes from an array of activities including horseback riding, hiking, tennis, diving, dolphin and seasonal whale watching. Rent kayaks and kayak across the majestic Kealakekua Bay, swim with spinner dolphins and snorkel one of Hawaii’s best kept secrets, the Captain Cook monument.

Enjoy a variety of tropical fruits and flora grown on the property such as bananas, papayas, lemons, avocados, breadfruit, macadamia, coffee and mangos. We are close to some of south Kona’s finest beaches and minutes from great swimming, snorkeling and child safe beaches like Hookena, Manini, Keei, and Kealakekua Bay.

Pu`uhonua House (Place of Refuge House) was built in 1988 by a physicist and his wife. As a former sailor he and his wife had traveled to many parts of the world, before they chose this spot to build their dream home where they would eventually retire. Being a physicist he was intrigued by the simplicity and structural durability a pole house has to offer. Supported by nine thirty foot tall cedar poles imported from Washington state, this house unlike traditionally constructed homes, has a more open floor plan allowing for more glass. The main living level perimeter is nearly all glass/view. You feel as though you are part of your beautiful surroundings. All of the structural and finish components of the house were all hand crafted on site. The property is a one acre private parcel located in the McCoy Plantation subdivision, once a coffee plantation. Much of the property is still rich with coffee plants and certain times of the year the air is thick with the sweet scent of the blossom. If you like peace and tranquility then you will enjoy this piece of paradise.

ASK ABOUT OUR AMENITY PACKAGE INCLUDING KAYAKS, STAND-UP PADLLE BOARDS, HIGH QUALITY SNORKEL GEAR AND BOOGIE BOARDS.

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WE ALWAYS OFFER A 10% DISCOUNT FOR 10 OR MORE NIGHTS!!!!!!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Full refund if reservation is cancelled more than 90 days prior to your stay. Within the 90 day window partial to full refund if rebooked

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please contact us for details.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please contact for details

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact for details
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: Please contact for details For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GE-152-959-5904-01, 820090690000, TA-152-959-5904-01

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates
Relax Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!
Relax Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.9 mi (41-min drive) away from the Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! to the beach?

This vacation home is 13 mi (25-min drive) from Magic Sands Beach and 3.2 mi (9-min drive) from Kapahukapu Manini Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! to downtown Captain Cook?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi away from Honaunau-Napoopoo.

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 165 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend! Lovely treehouse with all the amenities we needed. Having a convenient laundry for swimsuits was also very nice. Great space. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, I loved the decorations and amenities! Everything was clean and spacious!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christeen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location for a true Hawaiian stay!! We loved the amenities and host was so friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House had great views,but was sparsely finished. Very few amenities for such an expensive VRBO.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Great Views

great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy E.

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

Wonderful place for a family gathering

Beautiful place and stay. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Wonderful house

We loved our stay. Fantastic views, beautiful architecture, lots of space and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suparna V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with a very responsive host; unfortunately, not very clean.My daughter and I thought the house is lovely, and the setting with the fruit trees and views of the ocean in the distance was delightful.For the nightly price of this house, one expects basic level of cleanliness, but we found dusty areas in the bathroom, staircase, and even bedside lamps that we could not avoid touching. Many of the dishes and mugs we took out from the cabinets were dirty and the pots and pans were a jumble in one cabinet. Other places we have stayed at in this price range also provide body wash, shampoo, hand wash but this property does not. If we had been prepared for this, it may have been less disappointing.Overall, we enjoyed our stay because of the large windows, lovely views, fruit trees, very responsive host, and the ability to bring our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the house in Captain Cook and wish we could have stayed longer. The views are just stunning and we spent our time in the comfortable upper level admiring them. The home had everything we needed and our host was very responsive to every question. They also had chairs, umbrellas and other beach items for us to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

We felt we were in a treehouse…

It was great! We were on the island for family birthdays in Captain Cook and it was perfect all around…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

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

Thanksgiving Hawaii

Roomy and beautiful view
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

Beautiful place

Smooth process and it was all it was advertised for
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Gorgeous and tropical

Such an amazing place. Absolutely special! Clean and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

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

Private, Close In, Convenient Location. A Tropical Paradise. What a View!

Been to the Big Island four times, Captain Cook is our favorite. This is the nicest house we have stayed in, by far. Close to the beaches, restaurants, groceries, wonderful Sunday farmer's market. Host has provided a comfortable clean unique gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meranda F.

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

Beautiful Property

Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Unbelievable views

Fantastic property with unbelievable views of sunset every evening. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Incredible experience!

Wow. We were blown away by how incredible this home is. From the lush landscaping and breathtaking views, to the homes comfortable and clean accomodations our expectations were surpassed on all accounts. We couldn't have found a more perfect "Hawaiin" vacation home.Our host, Bruce was very friendly and communicative.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon W.

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

Christmas Visit

Beautiful location, lovely architecture, very peaceful. We enjoyed our stay during the holiday. The loft was perfect for our teens. Furnishings and decor is ready to be updated but still very comfortable. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Incredible View

Three generations of our family spent 4 relaxing nights at the house. The views from the main floor are incredible. My college-age son loved relaxing and reading in the hammock on the porch. If you are looking for a delicious breakfast out during your stay, do not miss the nearby Coffee Shack.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Piyali M.

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

Jungle Retreat

One-of-a-kind home. More wildlife than people here which is how we prefer it. It had all the luxuries we needed (great kitchen and laundry). Choicemart and eggs close by. Great water pressure in the bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful and completely unique house, with sweeping views and jungle all around, and yet it's still a short hop from ameneties ranging from the amazing Coffee Shack restaurant to groceries, swimming, historic places, farmer's markets, and more. The owner is hands down the most responsive and best communicating host I've every worked with! As great as the house is, knowing that we were in such good hands with the host made a difference to reducing stress during our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C.

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

Incredible Views

Very nice home with incredible views from all around the house. At night it sounds like a rainforest sound machine setting with all the birds and creatures singing. The property has gorgeous plants and grounds. The house was clean and had everything needed for a nice stay. It is incredibly close to Black Rock Pizza which we ordered twice during our stay it was so good! We enjoyed our time very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Wonderful Property with Gorgeous Views

Truly enjoyed our stay here. We had 11 family members that flew in from Alaska, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Idaho, and Texas. The upper lanai and views are unrivaled. It's truly one of those places that you can sit and enjoy for hours. It's peaceful and delightfully breezy. No complaints whatsoever. Thank you for providing us with a wonderful location for our family to enjoy all that the Big Island offers.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Won L.

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

Nice getaway

We spent wonderful time at the house in mid August 2023. The view was spectacular and the weather is quite pleasant in that part of island. The sound of frogs singing at night is something unique in the area. I recorded the sound and listen to it when I go to sleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

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

Fantastic Tree House

This tree house was amazing! It was a joy to listen to the birds, frogs and admire the geckos. The view was wonderful with the house being clean and well stocked. There was even aloe available for our sunburns. Many beach items are available to use while at the home. The teenage boys in our group enjoyed the loft. I feel the the photos of home are accurate. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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