Hale Kohola ~ Spacious, Super Views - 30 Day Minim | House in Waimea

Summary:
Spacious with beautiful Sunset Views
The Space:
Please note, effective Jan 1st. 2026, Hawaii's Transient Accommodations Tax will increase from 10.25% to 11% for all stays with an arrival in 2026 forward. We may need to collect the tax difference to secure and finalize your booking. We will contact you to confirm the adjusted amount.
There is a 30 Day Minimum Rental is Required for this property. Hale Kohola, “The House of the Whale” is situated on 3 acres in an ideal location on the Kohala Coast, with panoramic views of the ocean and coastline. The master bedroom has a stunning ocean view that you can enjoy by just lifting your head off the pillow. If you are looking for a clean, quiet, spacious place to relax with friends or family, or a home base for day trips or ocean activities at nearby Kawaihae and area beaches, this is the one.
Furthermore, the home is now solar powered and includes an A/C unit in the living room.
This 3 bedroom / 3 bath home sleeps six, including the “ohana” studio with futon sofa-bed, which is connected by walkway to the main house (perfect for a family member who craves their own space). The open floor plan allows privacy for the bedrooms, which are separated by the living areas.
The well-equipped kitchen is well planned for socializing and looking at the ocean while you prepare meals. Enjoy your morning coffee or watch the sun go down from the wrap-around lanai. The elusive “green flash” at sunset has been seen countless times from here. The dark night sky is incredible for gazing at the stars and planets. The quiet neighborhood is a perfect place for a morning jog or walk. There’s even a ukulele to play.
Hale Kohola is a rare find for privacy, beauty, natural quiet and Island Living. Guests are welcome to pick limes, tangerines or bananas on the property, (in season) and enjoy the fragrant plumeria and Tahitian gardenias. The landscaping focuses on species native to Hawaii, including a few endangered species.
During humpback whale season (November thru April) the spouts and breaches of these massive animals are visible from the house. The owners make their home in a small town in Alaska, spending part of the winter on the Big Island enjoying the local foods, culture and ocean and doing whale and dolphin research with the non-profit Hawai'i Marine Mammal Consortium.
Fully equipped; comfortable and clean, you will find Hale Kohola to be the perfect retreat for your dream vacation in Hawaii.
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* Nightly rates are based on up to 6 persons.
* Rates are subject to change without notice. Rates will be confirmed at time of reservation.
* Rates exclude taxes, additional options and fees.
* If your stay is for 30 days or more, there may be additional mid-stay cleaning(s) scheduled for this property.
* A mid-stay clean may include making beds with clean linens, changing linens and towels, cleaning toilet(s), cleaning stove top and countertops in kitchen, vacuum and dusting, sweeping and mopping.
Guest Access:
Guests will have full use and access to home and grounds. No shared spaces.
The Neighborhood:
Puako is still the only ocean front residential community along the Gold Coast/Kohala Coast of the Big Island nestled between the Mauna Lani Resort, Fairmont Orchid and Mauna Kea/Hapuna Resorts. Hapuna Beach State Park has earned the reputation of being one of Hawaii Island's finest beaches. It is the largest White Sands Beach on The Big Island and consistently rates on Top Ten lists internationally. Hapuna Beach offers some wonderful opportunities for swimming, bodysurfing, bodyboarding, sunbathing and snorkeling and is just a mile from Puako. You can even drive the back road to Hapuna Beach and not get on the Highway. Local shore fisherman can be seen daily enjoying the great reef fishing. Puako Beach Drive has no through access which keeps it virtually still undiscovered by many.
There are six separate "beach" accesses along this stretch of beach. Although there is not a tremendous amount of sand, there are tide pools and the extensive protected reef is remarkable. During low tide, small pools dot the entire coastline and these pools are filled with small sea life that make excellent areas to explore for all ages. If you enjoy shore diving, kayaking and snorkeling you can find a spot along this stretch of shoreline to enter the water. Offshore the reef is home to a wide variety of fish and many days you will see dolphins playing right from the shore. Enjoy the Whales who return each year to mate and give birth in the tropical warm waters during the winter months.
Getting Around:
A car is recommended for getting around the area and enjoying all that Hawaii Island has on offer.
Other Things to Note:
Aloha!
Island Beach Rentals LLC looks forward to accommodating you and being a big part of a very enjoyable stay on Hawaii Island.
Please, at your earliest convenience, and as soon as you have confirmed your travel arrangements, contact IBR to provide us with information concerning the best way to reach you both off and on island as well as details concerning your travel itinerary. With these details, we can do our job to ensure that you are welcomed and assisted, as needed, during your stay. Please help us to help you.
You may contact us directly or through the communication dash where you made your booking. Please be sure to confirm the vacation home, dates, and any reservation numbers that have been assigned during the time of your reservation so that we may ensure that the information you provide is linked to the correct corresponding reservation in our vacation rentals system.
Mahalo for your kokua – thank you for your help!
Below is helpful information. Please provide details at your earliest convenience regarding:
- Individual responsible for the rental
- Names of EACH Guest (first and last, please):
- Number of adults and children (under 16yo)
- Arrival and contact phone on island to reach your during your stay
- Arrival Airline/Flight Number/Date/Time
- Departure Date/Time
- Do you want to secure an early check in (before 3pm) and/or late check out (after 11am)? Please note, we ask that this option be secured with IBR at least 10 days prior to arrival if option is available upon guest’s inquiry. A flat fee (to be confirmed) will be assessed.
ISLAND BEACH RENTALS, LLC RENTAL AGREEMENT - TERMS AND CONDITIONS
If we have your email, a copy of our Terms and Conditions will be sent to you shortly after your reservation has been made and we ask that you digitally sign and submit the Guest Rental Agreement using the link provided to secure and finalize your booking.
BELOW ARE SOME OF THE TERMS THAT APPLY TO YOUR BOOKING WITH US:
PARTIES OR EVENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY.
NOISE
Please keep in mind that Guest is in a very small and peaceful residential neighborhood. Noise carries over quiet landscapes and near water. IBR asks that Guest and Guest’s children respect Property neighbors' privacy, peace and quiet. Guests are asked to adhere to the “Good Neighbor Policy” as follows: quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. during which time the noise from the short term vacation rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. Sound that is audible beyond the Property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
NON-SMOKING RENTAL
This is a non-smoking rental. No smoking is allowed inside any of the buildings on the Property. No cigarette butts in gravel or yard.
PLEASE KEEP SCREENS AND DOORS TIGHTLY CLOSED TO PREVENT PESTS FROM ENTERING THE HOME.
SUPPLIES
As part of our commitment to ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable stay for our guest, we provide a complimentary set of initial supplies (paper goods and soaps) upon your arrival. These supplies are intended to help you get started and make your transition into our accommodation as smooth as possible. After your initial supply is depleted, it is your responsibility to replenish any additional supplies needed for the duration of your stay.
TRAFFIC
Please DRIVE SLOWLY in our neighborhoods. The speed limits are 10 mph to 25 mph and there are many children and adult pedestrians and bicyclists.
USE OF PROPERTY
Guest may use the home only as a place of vacation. Guest may not use it for commercial purposes, for any unlawful, improper, offensive purpose or illegal activity. Please refer to Guest Book upon arrival for details and instructions concerning use of pool, spa, and/or air conditioning if these amenities are available at the rented Property.
NO PETS OR ANIMALS ALLOWED
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSTRUCTION
IBR is not responsible for any construction noise or inconvenience that may occur during Guest stay. No refunds will be given. Although IBR cannot guarantee full knowledge of any planned or current construction occurring, Guest may contact IBR (90) days prior to Guest arrival to inquire if IBR is aware of construction adjacent to the Property occurring and Guest may choose to cancel at that time IF there is construction occurring that may affect the Property UNLESS Guest has already been made aware of construction during time of or shortly after Guest booking was made.
When securing Guest booking with payment Guest is consenting to have read, understood and accepted all the terms and conditions of our Island Beach Rentals, LLC. Rental Agreement as excerpted above as well as the IBR terms and conditions also sent by direct email to guest at time of booking.
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Last revision date: January 1, 2025
Interaction with Guests:
We like to say hello in person, but keep to ourselves otherwise. We are a professional management company and are available to assist you at any time during your stay.

Hale Kohola ~ Spacious, Super Views - 30 Day Minim is located in Kohala Estates. Hale Kohola ~ Spacious, Super Views - 30 Day Minim provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Hale Kohola ~ Spacious, Super Views - 30 Day Minim has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Kohala Estates has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Kohala Estates, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.