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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Captain Cook Monument
  • Place, Kealakekua Bay
  • Place, Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪51 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 Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬9 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.

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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

Living spaces

  • Living room

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

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

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 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. 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.

Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Christeen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location for a true Hawaiian stay!! We loved the amenities and host was so friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Mia C., Denver

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Views

great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sublime property

My husband, grown children and their partners stayed here 12 years ago and the “treehouse” has been a sweet memory for all those years. We decided to return here with good friends of ours and it was as breathtaking as we remembered. The views are spectacular with changing lighting from sunrise to sunset. You are able to enjoy Hawaii without the crowds and traffic but you are only a few miles from stores and great snorkeling. The house itself is well maintained and the big timber construction makes for a spacious feel, especially with glass sliding doors wrapping around 2 sides. The owner's suite is huge with an ensuite bathroom and there are 3 smaller bedrooms and a loft that would accommodate a large family. The kitchen and grill with all the essentials make cooking at home convenient. In addition to all this, the owner shares his supply of beach gear with guests, including snorkeling masks, fins, beach chairs, etc. This is a very special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meranda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piyali M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in South Kona

We (7 adults ages 37 to 64) all loved this property and wouldn’t hesitant to book again in the future. The views from the main living area and lanai are awesome. The owner is easily accessible and responsive via text or phone call. There are lots of geckos that will be hanging around (mostly outside, occasionally inside), but they’re cute and don’t bother you at all. The coqui frogs will be serenading you in the evenings. You won’t find a nicer vacation rental in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C., San Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house

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

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Hawaii

Roomy and beautiful view
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

The jungle house

Beautiful yard, flowers and foliage. The driveway is a bit steep but can be accomplished. The house was clean minus ants in one bedroom, which was addressed quickly by the home owner. Nice to have full sized washer and dryer. Bathrooms were dated but clean. Plenty of service ware and dishes in the kitchen. It was nice to have a few condiments stocked in the frig. We took advantage of the good sized coolers available. Trash cans and recycle cans were clearly labeled. The nosy and cute green salamanders were everywhere, outside and waiting for us to leave to gain entry to the house. The frogs are LOUD but sleeping with earplugs made them nonexistent. Note: there is NO air conditioning. While the daytime is hot and humid, nights have a cool breeze. There are fans available for each bedroom. We enjoyed our time at the house. The views of the ocean and sunsets are beautiful!! If you are NOT a lover of nature or salamanders, this lovely open-air home may not be for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Won L., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

4/10 Poor

Becka D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning Views But Not Luxury

There is no denying that the views from this house are stunning. If our only time spent on the property was on the top floor, it would have been perfect. However, the bedrooms leave so much to be desired. Nature noises are to be expected, but when you can hear every word of a conversation a floor above you, it's impossible to get a good night's sleep. In addition, the 'primary' bedroom barely has a screen door to keep shut, and has a shed for a bathroom -- tin roof at all. The gaps in the walls are too large to call cracks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous and tropical

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

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

8/10 Good

Kellie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Treehouse with a View

Our stay in Captain Cook was one we will not forget. The home was incredible and an absolute dream for my kids. They loved the “treehouse” feel and the upstairs loft. Even though there were plenty of bedrooms, they all chose to sleep up there. The floor plan of this home is a little confusing compared to what you see in the pictures. The main bedroom with an on suite is in a separate area from the rest of the home. It has a detached entrance. It is also two stories down from the kitchen and living space. The main entrance has stairs leading up to a floor that houses three bedrooms, the laundry room and a bathroom. You must go up another flight of stairs to get to the living room and kitchen. This wouldn’t have been an issue but I had my 75 year old in laws with me and my mother in law is blind. The stairs were very difficult for them. I had asked the host if there was a bedroom on the floor with the kitchen and I think there must have been a miscommunication because I was told there was. The only bedroom accessing the kitchen was the loft. This was not an option for my in-laws. The driveway is also very steep and would be nearly impossible for a car without four wheel drive to get up. Lastly, don’t forget your shampoo. The home had some body wash, but no shampoo or conditioner. All in all, it was an amazing experience. Views from every angle, a responsive host, and the home was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Like we stayed in a tree house

While it had its quirks, we enjoyed our stay here. We all had enough space and bathrooms. The view was amazing. My 5-year old loved sleeping in the loft. There were many good restaurants nearby, but all on a cliff, so parking at them was a challenge. We enjoyed having the pack-n-play available, as well as beach towels/chairs/toys. We had to be careful around the lanai railings, especially the bottom gap with our toddler. The steep driveway was shared with other people coming and going throughout the day. The ceiling in the bottom bedroom was too low for some of our party, but they stayed in another room. The host was available whenever needed and provided recommendations during our stay, as well as instructions for the house. The host scheduled a contractor to install tile at the entrance while we were there, but was able to largely work around our schedule, so we hardly noticed that they were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Charlotte, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique

This house is truly different with the custom wood everything. With all of the doors open on the main level we felt like we were part of the landscape with great views to the ocean and surroundings with beautiful full breezes. The kitchen was well appointed and the bedrooms adequate for our needs. The local wildlife (frogs, I guess) made for a unique serenade to go to sleep--don't know if this is a seasonal thing or not, but it was like sleeping outside--again unique! The property manager, Bruce, checked in multiple times to be sure we were all set and was responsive to our inquiries. Local food and grocery are very close by. Our group of seven siblings/spouses would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M., Wichita Falls, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

Liked: Cleanliness

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