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Beach nearby
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Captain Cook, HI
  • South Kona Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pebbles Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ho'okena Beach Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Captain Cook

Opihihale stay.With a stay at this Opihihale vacation home, you'll be steps from Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Puiwa Point and Ho'okena Beach Park.
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What's nearby

  • South Kona Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pebbles Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 17 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 25 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 40 min drive - 25.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Kona Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ktl Kona Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Haku Nui Farms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hapaki Farm- Grandmas Choice - ‬6 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.

Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!

Kona Dreams sleeps 4 adults. Walk 150 yards to the ocean. 2 bed/2 bath tropical home in a quiet neighborhood. Chef’s kitchen, laundry, beach gear, use of kayak. Free phone, wireless, cable, off-street parking. Hiking and beach on-site. Maid service with an extra fee.

Kona Dreams is a private retreat in South Kona, 35 miles south of Kona Airport. For same-day bookings, please contact us directly to check availability.

The Drive:
A scenic drive on the highway along the dramatic coastline takes you past Kailua-Kona, to history-rich Keauhou, Kealakekua, Captain Cook, and Honaunau, through the Big Island’s fertile agricultural region, where coffee grows alongside macadamia, cacao, vanilla beans, avocado, and an endless feast of tree-ripened fruit.

The Home:
Enter the home and you will notice it was designed to capture every breeze. The spacious living area is equipped with a flat screen TV, media player, WiFi, games, guidebooks, and leisure reading. Comfortable furniture invites you to relax under the cathedral ceiling supported by solid ohia logs.

The airy primary bedroom features a king size bed made of local ohia wood and has a separate walk-in closet, primary bath, and a private lanai. The guest bedroom has a queen bed, separate full bath and a lanai of its own. The large kitchen is equipped with everything to make enjoyable meals from scratch.

The Location:

The steep hillside is caressed by ocean breezes and incredible views of old lava flows and crystal waters. A swim in the ocean is just 150 yards away. Look for turtles or even a monk seal resting on the beautiful black lava pebble beach. Enjoy sitting on the shaded lanai while you watch the tropical sunset or look for breaching whales.

Kaohe Bay is well known for scenic snorkeling – you will find snorkel gear, water toys, beach furniture, umbrella and cooler to enjoy during your visit.

Ho’okena Beach Park and Milolii Beach Park are nearby. Grab a quick bite or a freshly brewed cup of 100% Kona coffee at Menehune Coffee. Don’t miss Pu’uhonua O Honaunau (Place of Refuge) and allow a day to visit Volcanoes National Park.

Kona Paradise is a quiet neighborhood, 45 minutes south of Kailua Kona. For this reason, we believe a rental car is necessary to best experience all that the island has to offer.

We provide complimentary starter essentials including paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, and trash bags.

Receive peace-of-mind knowing that if something does go wrong, one of our friendly and professional staff members is only a phone call away. With a warm “Aloha”, we at First Island Realty look forward to welcoming you to your tropical getaway!

Please note:
- This multi-level home is not accessible for guest with disabilities, nor is it childproof.
- The space downstairs is only used by the owners. It has a separate entrance and is not connected to the rental unit.
- A clearly marked turn takes you from an elevation of 1,200 ft into the quiet Kona Paradise community, right down to sea level and the ocean.
- Maid service available for an additional fee.
- Stays over 15 days require a mid-stay clean which will be collected after booking.
- While we strive to keep all photos up to date, there may be new and updated pieces of furniture or décor that are different than in the original pictures. The functionality, available seating and sleeping space will remain the same or may improve.
- Pictures were last updated in July 2023.

Hawaii GE/TA-096-897-6384-01
STVR-19-364213
NUC-19-1622
- Park only in the driveway. No street parking.
- Turn off all exterior lights when not being used.
- Quiet hours are between 9 PM and 8 AM
- Children must have an adult present at the beach at all times.
- No lifeguard on duty.

Property manager

First Island Realty

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 indicated 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 387019022000, TA-096-897-6384-01, GE-096-897-6384-01

Property is also known as

182971

Frequently asked questions

How close is Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! to the airport?

This vacation home is 35 mi (62-min drive) away from the Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Pebbles Beach and 2-minute walk from South Kona Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! to downtown Captain Cook?

This vacation home is 5 mi away from Captain Cook.

Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay!

This is our 2nd time staying in the Kona Paradise neighborhood, and this first time staying at this house. Great location, very clean. Would definitely stay here again. The only thing I could add, would be having a small amount of coffee and condiments available.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Was a very quiet location.

It was a rather remote location. The house was clean. It would have been nice to have more fans. It was hot. The kitchen was fairly well equiped. The view was great. Having beach chairs, cooler, and beach umbrella was great.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Randall M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B., Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and carefree

Met all our expectations!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine B., Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Away from the Fray

Second time at this location…what we like in a VRBO. It is spacious, clean and well located for daily adventures around island. The sound of the ocean waves is ever present. Well equipped but affords space for your personal items. I love the kitchen, we love to cook❤️.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded paradise

The property is at the back of a small neighborhood. The road in and out is steep, but not stressfull due to low traffic and plenty of width. The beach is smooth pebbles. It looks awesome. Sunsets are beautiful. Water is great for snorkeling. The kitchen is well stocked. The veranda is a great spot to unwind after a day of sightseeing and traveling.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well-stocked with amenities

The property is great and location beautiful. Clarification that the "pebble" beach really means a Big Island, rocky-type beach, not always safe for swimming would be helpful. While the open screened nature of the property is amenable to breezes, there are times where the humidity and lack of wind combine to make it uncomfortably hot in the house. Some airconditioning for those times would be appreciated. The amenities like the grill, snorkeling equipment, kayak, etc. are all great and in good condition. Really made our stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lasse&Crystal E.

Great location, fully stocked but no Ac

This place was super convenient to Pebbles beach with great snorkeling! It was fully stocked with beach gear and full kitchen. But it was very warm there, I guess because it’s at the bottom of the mountain. It could have just been a warm patch of weather during our stay. It did cool down a little bit at night. And it really is a beautiful location that was just a couple hundred feet from the beach! The road down to the house is a 1/2 mile down a windy stretch of mountainside. It’s helpful to have an all wheel drive/4-wheel drive vehicle on the big island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable home

Very nice, comfortable house. The quiet was lovely and all the cactuses are AMAZING. Loved the little gecko living in the conch. Made me smile every day.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

This is a beautiful home just steps away from a very secluded beach. Perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely location near Pebble Beach

This is a very comfortable, spacious, airy house in a quiet neighborhood a short walk from Pebble Beach. House is well-provisioned and rental agents very responsive. Enjoy the sound of surf and bird calls. This was my second stay at this house, and I hope to come here again.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C., Anchorage, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness

Off a steep road near pebble beach gem

Great spot 1 block from black pebble beach. Fans and airflow and screens kept cool. Location between volcano and Kailua can allow easy access to either. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exacty as advertised.

This property was as advertised, actually better than advertised. I was unsure if there was a view of the ocean from the lanai, and I can confirm indeed there is a lovely view. You will hear the pounding surf at night. As stated, there is no AC, but I found the home to be comfortable at all times without it. The kitchen is well appointed. I loved the location, which is quiet and somewhat isolated from the hustle and bustle of the busy tourist areas further north. Indeed, you are a good 25-30 minutes away from any kind of restaurant or civilization. The beach was quite turbulent most of the time I was here, so don't come expecting clear still waters. That said, Pebbes Beach is a sight to behold, unlike any other beach I have seen bounded by primordial lava rock. Make sure you find the path to the right that leads to more beach front. I enjoyed walking down from the house to the beach to watch the sun set every night. As others have noted, the road to/from the property will probably be the steepest road most people will encounter in their lives (San Franciscans exempt), but it's still perfectly safe and smooth in even a basic rental car. Just go slow. I look forward to returning to this property again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect place

the house was exactly as advertised on vrbo. it was an excellent experience. the view and access to pebble Beach were perfect
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

At the entrance to Black Stone beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kerry F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall good

Loved the privacy and space we had as a family. July is a humid time to come and no AC - fine temps at night but it was HOT when we got home each day. Would be improved with a moving window AC unit. We had a few cockroaches. Lots of bugs (mosquitoes) this time of year so did not get to enjoy the deck. The drive down to the house is steep - a 900 ft elevation drop. But it was fine. Nice short walk to the pebble beach - decent snorkeling there! A drive to anywhere else
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Beth T., Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness

Phenomenal location

If you want a house within a short walk to a gorgeous beach, this is it! Pebble beach is awesome! Great swimming. Good snorkeling. Fun to walk around. The neighborhood is super quiet and everyone is friendly. The house is well equipped. It was hot the first night from being shut up, but fine the rest of the time. The kitchen is well equipped and the layout it great for couples and families. The carpet does need to be replaced and it would bother me if I had an infant or toddler. You do have to drive pretty far for all services, so if you don’t want to plan meals, then this is not your place. I would pay more to stay here again if the carpet was replaced!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

This was a very nice property to spend the week at. The road down to the house was an adventure (very steep), so be sure to drive in a low gear down. The house is beautifully furnished, and was in a good location for us to travel all over the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Nick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A steep drive but beautiful spot

Getting down to Kona Dreams is a challenging drive and really pushes the brakes on your car, but once you are there it is a very nice retreat. The carpets are a little dirty, but for the most part the house was well equipped, although I did have to set up the TV as everything was disconnected when we arrived. Pebble beach is a great place to watch the sunset and the neighbors were pretty quiet and keep to themselves. The house gets hot during the day and does not have AC, but the sea breeze cools it off well in the evenings. If you are really looking to disconnect this could be the place for you.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard D., CARTERSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness

Tropical Retreat With Sunset Views

Drive from Kona airport takes about an hour due to speed limits and winding roads ... depending on traffic. Views along the way are spectacular at different intervals. Upon arriving at the entrance to the subdivision, as you make your way down the steeply sloped road down to the house, the views are truly amazing! Lovely house with living quarters on 2nd floor. Two bedrooms at opposite ends; Master bedroom has a large walk-in closet, with shelves and hanging space; Large living room overlooking the ocean with plenty of seating and floor space, with three sliding glass doors to balconies/lanais. Both bedrooms have a sliding glass door, as does the kitchen. Large kitchen with all needed dishes, utensils and cookware. There is a Mr. Coffee coffee maker, a blender, a crock pot, a cutlery set of knives. There are some spices and Pink Sea Salt and pepper. All of the rooms have beautiful vaulted ceilings with large support timbers. There is also a laundry room with sink, washer and dryer. Hand and bath towels provided in both bathrooms. There is also two beach towels also provided in each bedroom. There is a garage, which I thought was off limits, but later found out it is where the trash is kept in two covered cans. Its also where you'll find beach chairs, flippers and water shoes to use at will. There is also a two man kayak to use at the Black Pebbles beach (amazing beach), which is within a short walk from the house. You'll feel at home staying in this property. At dawn birds begin chirping along with other early morning nature sounds. At sunset the cool night breezes take away any daytime heat within the house, requiring a blanket or two to sleep, (which are provided.) At night as you go to sleep you're serenaded with nature sounds of frogs, etc. The property is located in the southern part of the west coast, ideal for driving to Kona, or on the other end to Volcano National Park and Hilo. It is a good ten miles or so drive to the first grocery store, restaurants and gas stations. Although the location was ideal, we found ourselves spending most of the time in the Kona area to experience the beaches there. All in all a great relaxing, enjoyable stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B., Apple Valley, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house for our family of 4

This is a great house! My kids thought it was the perfect Hawaii house. Walking distance to the beach was nice. There were some days of waves that made it too rough to go into the water, but it was still nice to sit and watch the waves. No view of the ocean from the house, but it was close enough to hear it. It's about an hour south of Kona, and an hour from Volcano Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tayler E.

AMAZING

This place was the best place we could’ve picked. They had literally everything you needed Incase you forgot, and the location was perfect. We will be booking again next year for my birthday.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Cory A.

Peace and Quiet

Nice home. Quiet setting. Great sunsets. Good launchpad for exploring Kona side of Hawaii.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kelly M.

Lovely Home

We loved staying at Kona Dreams. The house was homey and spacious with everything we could need. We were sad that the neighbor dogs barked each morning outside the master bedroom window at 6:30 am after the owner left. We also didn't realize how steep of an incline the road was leading to the house. It was lovely waking up to the sound of the ocean each morning and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! Mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Mitch G., Durango Colorado

excellent

great location. quiet neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019