Checking in was easy. Be sure to pay for air conditioning in advance so that there's no confusion once you get there. This house has lots of room and private areas so that your group will have plenty of room to relax and spread out. Walking distance to the water and launch site for several snorkeling tour boats. Short drive to nice restaurants and grocery stores. There was no BBQ grill so we purchased a weber to use and left it behind for others along with plenty of bbq utensils.

Checking in was easy. Be sure to pay for air conditioning in advance so that there's no confusion once you get there. This house has lots of room and private areas so that your group will have plenty of room to relax and spread out. Walking distance to the water and launch site for several snorkeling tour boats. Short drive to nice restaurants and grocery stores. There was no BBQ grill so we purchased a weber to use and left it behind for others along with plenty of bbq utensils.

We stayed for over 40 days. The house is very big, approximately 2,600 sq ft and the pictures are accurate. George and Ed are very nice and would bring these huge avocados from their farm and stopped by several times per week to empty the trash. Make sure you understand that there is a daily fee for the AC. When we stayed it was $20 extra per day, which means the price you see & the total is not accurate until Host updates. Host capped AC until at 76F and it took 2 weeks of texts to get Host to let us lower the temp and it was capped at 72F (see more notes on AC below). Watch for extra charges depending on number of people. Nightly price listed is only for 2 people, even though it’s a 3 bd/3ba house + sofa bed. Ask for reduction. Due to some of the “needs improvement” & uncomfortable beds, linens, & lack of proper cooking gear, for this price with the extra fees for AC & extra fees for more than 2 people, I probably won’t book Here are the good & the not so good: Good:  Large common areas  Master bedrooms felt large with high ceilings & large closets with shelves  Clean upon arrive  Back deck area was large and patio furniture comfortable  Excellent wifi, even with 3+ people working  Hosts respected privacy  Refrigerator has lots of space, water & icemaker (although we replaced the water filter)  Except for extra AC charge, price reflects house status compared to similar size  Small splash pool was always nice & cold  Dishwasher quit working & they were responsive on repair Needs improvement:  All liens need to be replaced, from the towels to the sheets  All beds need to be replaced, very soft memory form beds that are lumpy & starting to sag  Kitchen needs to be reoutfitted with new plates, pots/pans, etc.  Ceiling fans need to be replaced, very noisy & look like they are ready to fall down  Decorations & common area furniture are very dated, although the artwork is nice  No beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, or other beach gear, which is typically provided by other Big Island Hosts  No BBQ grill  The AC is not a very good unit & appears to be retrofitted to house. During the heat of the day, even with lower temp finally allowed, it was barely 5 degrees cooler inside and some days felt extremely hot in the house. The Host will tell you it’s a tropical environment & there is not much they can do. This is not accurate as we have stayed on the Big Island many times and have stayed in places where this was not such an issue.

We stayed for over 40 days. The house is very big, approximately 2,600 sq ft and the pictures are accurate. George and Ed are very nice and would bring these huge avocados from their farm and stopped by several times per week to empty the trash. Make sure you understand that there is a daily fee for the AC. When we stayed it was $20 extra per day, which means the price you see & the total is not accurate until Host updates. Host capped AC until at 76F and it took 2 weeks of texts to get Host to let us lower the temp and it was capped at 72F (see more notes on AC below). Watch for extra charges depending on number of people. Nightly price listed is only for 2 people, even though it’s a 3 bd/3ba house + sofa bed. Ask for reduction. Due to some of the “needs improvement” & uncomfortable beds, linens, & lack of proper cooking gear, for this price with the extra fees for AC & extra fees for more than 2 people, I probably won’t book Here are the good & the not so good: Good:  Large common areas  Master bedrooms felt large with high ceilings & large closets with shelves  Clean upon arrive  Back deck area was large and patio furniture comfortable  Excellent wifi, even with 3+ people working  Hosts respected privacy  Refrigerator has lots of space, water & icemaker (although we replaced the water filter)  Except for extra AC charge, price reflects house status compared to similar size  Small splash pool was always nice & cold  Dishwasher quit working & they were responsive on repair Needs improvement:  All liens need to be replaced, from the towels to the sheets  All beds need to be replaced, very soft memory form beds that are lumpy & starting to sag  Kitchen needs to be reoutfitted with new plates, pots/pans, etc.  Ceiling fans need to be replaced, very noisy & look like they are ready to fall down  Decorations & common area furniture are very dated, although the artwork is nice  No beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, or other beach gear, which is typically provided by other Big Island Hosts  No BBQ grill  The AC is not a very good unit & appears to be retrofitted to house. During the heat of the day, even with lower temp finally allowed, it was barely 5 degrees cooler inside and some days felt extremely hot in the house. The Host will tell you it’s a tropical environment & there is not much they can do. This is not accurate as we have stayed on the Big Island many times and have stayed in places where this was not such an issue.

The house is very comfortable and spacious. So relaxing. A great neighborhood. Walking distance to a great shopping center. A nice farmers market and good restaurants. Ed was a great host and very attentive. We would love to go back.

we loved our stay at the house, great neighborhood, great pool, great place to stay!!!

we loved our stay at the house, great neighborhood, great pool, great place to stay!!!

Nice home. Within walking distance to beach and the Sheraton and the harbor. Separate rooms for lots of conversations going on. A/C was nice to have even though we had to pay extra ($20/day). Overall very good.

Wonderful location! Close to great shops and restaurants, but far enough from the crowded areas of town to still feel calm and peaceful. Hosts were great, they had a lot of helpful suggestions for things to do and places to try. George brought us some fresh picked avocados from their farm! Would definitely stay here again.

Nice home. Within walking distance to beach and the Sheraton and the harbor. Separate rooms for lots of conversations going on. A/C was nice to have even though we had to pay extra ($20/day). Overall very good.

This house was so beautiful and so well situated, we didn’t want to leave! It’s even bigger than it seems in the pictures, meticulously clean, well-equipped and so convenient to local attractions and conveniences. The plunge pool was also bigger than anticipated, and so fun after a long day of adventures around the island. It’s also surrounded by plumeria trees so it’s both private and smells amazing. You can walk down to a lava rock beach in 5 minutes, or up the hill to shops and restaurants in 10 minutes. The internet was great and allowed several of us to get some work done from the large screened lanai, with occasional visits from cute little geckos. Many thanks to George for being so welcoming and responsive.

This house was so beautiful and so well situated, we didn’t want to leave! It’s even bigger than it seems in the pictures, meticulously clean, well-equipped and so convenient to local attractions and conveniences. The plunge pool was also bigger than anticipated, and so fun after a long day of adventures around the island. It’s also surrounded by plumeria trees so it’s both private and smells amazing. You can walk down to a lava rock beach in 5 minutes, or up the hill to shops and restaurants in 10 minutes. The internet was great and allowed several of us to get some work done from the large screened lanai, with occasional visits from cute little geckos. Many thanks to George for being so welcoming and responsive.

Beautiful. peaceful garden off lanai...and around the property. The location of this property is perfect! In a neighborhood, yet you still have a sense of having your own space....and plenty of space inside too! We visited as a couple, and there would have been plenty of room for the rest of our family. The splash pool is just right for floating and was enjoyed everyday. Easy to navigate your way into Kona and beyond...and close to shopping center with really anything you would need for your stay.

We had a fantastic time while staying at this lovely place in Kona. It was in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to a beach where we often watched surfers. The homeowner and caretaker both did an excellent job of making our stay a memorable experience. Even though we left early due to unforeseen circumstances, we would definitely come back and stay here again! We enjoyed fresh picked avocados and papayas and even got a lovely tour of the farm! It was great

Great property, conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood but close to shopping and the beach. Spacious and well maintained, it was private from the neighbors. Our family of 7 fit well in it, it was nice to have two master suites. Loved the swimming pool and deck. The books, tourist info and puzzles were a nice touch. Our daughter loved the geckos, but not so much the ants and cockroaches. FYI : The A/C costs more to operate lower than 82 degrees.

Beautiful home, great location, everything one could ask for in a vrbo

From the minute we arrived we were impressed with the home and all that it offers. We felt like we had our own personal concierge with George here on the Island. He was super helpful and always available if we needed anything. He had many suggestions that we found helpful such as best beaches, sights and restaurants. A big thank you to Ed - George Jr - George Sr for everything related to putting this wonderful home together as a vacation rental. The home is equipped with just about everything a travelling family could ever want. We truly enjoyed staying in your home and will cherish the many memories of staying here in Kona for Christmas 2018. Cathy and Wayne Joe and Nicole Sue and Kyle Alexis

The Keauhou house was perfect for our family of 5...70ish grandparents, 35ish parents, one teenager. Lots of space to gather or find solitude as needed. Two master suites separated at either end of a lovely, well designed and decorated home. The house itself is beachy and welcoming with comfortable but stylish furnishings, along with original art. Very inviting and livable. Kitchen is decently stocked and clean. Washer and dryer in garage. The unheated but very pleasant temp splash pool was a joy at end of each action packed day. Location in quiet suburban neighborhood a few miles from the Kona traffic and tourist activity was perfect for us. We could easily head in any direction for the day without first negotiating Kona. One block from Fair Wind snorkel boat...we went 3 times on afternoon boat with summer discounts if booked online. Golfed at public course right there, too...Kona Country Club. Gorgeous course along the ocean. Loved having shopping center a block up the hill. Our kids walked it daily. Loved Los Habaneros-- get there early for tacquitoes (they only make so many each day and they sell out). Food is excellent, but slow...be patient...you are on vacation and dining with locals 😁�. Share a bite with the mascot kitty who politely sits outside and "begs." Her picture is on Habaneros facebook page. Binallis Pizza and Pasta very good. Sam Choys for pupus and sunset...perfect. Nearby Teshimas...excellent tempura and chicken katsu...another locals place. Owner Ed was responsive and very easy to work with. Our local hosts, George and Steve, were fun and went above and beyond to insure that our stay was perfect. Very responsive with great recommendations for eateries and sights that should not be missed island wide. We texted back and forth over our 2 week stay and I know that their suggestions enhanced our visit on spectacular Big Island. Really appreciated. We will return to this lovely property and great hosts. I wish I were eating papaya right now on screened in porch in the company of geckos. Hint: pay a little extra for air conditioning. It is worth it.

This is an Awesome Place - We would definitely stay there and again - Total 5-star service and outstanding communication with property managers-Clean and Neat - Wonderfully styled and so comfortable. Enjoy !

Owners were very generous with fresh avocados, papaya and our check in process. The kitchen is very well stocked with SHARP knives, lots of plates and glasses. The pool is nice for a refreshing dip at the end of the day. The location is great for walking to snorkeling and the Rays in the Bay restaurant and manta ray watching. We had a great stay!

Good location to the South of Kailua with easy access while in a residential neighborhood. Nice large home with plenty of space to spread out. Especially liked the screened lanai!

Stayed here with my son. We had everything we needed and loved our stay. Host was friendly and helpful. We would love to stay here again. He left us fresh fruit and avacado which we enjoyed.

What a perfect home and location! Large house with lots of large rooms and a great kitchen. Walking distance to groceries store, restaurants, a farmer's market and recreation. Property manager met us at check-in and stopped by to be sure everything was OK several more times.

This was a great house and located close to beaches, golf, stores and restaurants. It allowed 3 golf buddies ample space to relax and even have a smoke outdoors at the pool and sun-deck. The pool was a little small, but the screened in Lanai was one of our favorite areas to eat or have a drink in the afternoon. Recommend the Kona Country Club for golf, it was awesome. If you are staying during the warmer months, we recommend paying for the AC, you’ll probabaly need it. Appreciate Ed and George’s quick response to any questions and concerns. Recommend this house to anyone with a large group.

This is the perfect location to explore the island. It is close to everything but in a nice quiet neighborhood. It is across the street from the Kona Country Club and just a few blocks from Keauhou Bay. You have easy access to golf and water sports alike. At Keauhou Bay you can rent paddle boards, kayaks or sign up for snorkle tours. It is also within walking distance of a shopping center which has a couple decent restaurants , grocery store and cinema. We explored a lot of the island and you can get anywhere within a couple of hours. The house itself is nicely decorated and has all the comforts of home. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking meals . The house has three separate sitting areas in case people want to spread out. There is a nice screened in lanai off the kitchen and master bedroom. As others have mentioned, the pool is small and not very warm but the patio area is nice for relaxing outdoors. There is also a deck on top of the garage with a gas grill. This is the only spot with an ocean view. The beds are adequate, not as good as home but better than many places we've stayed. The sheets we had seemed a little worn as did the towels. There are two master suites with walk in closets and attached bathrooms. The third bedroom is smaller and right next to the hall bath. They looked a little more dated than the master suites but we didn't need to use them. The only surprise was that air conditioning costs $20 extra per day. The cost was hidden so we didn't know this and when we arrived it was almost 90 degrees in the house. As you scroll past air conditioning under ammenities you will see 3 dots. If you stop your cursor on this exact spot the charges appear. We didn't mind paying just wish they'd been more up front about the charge. Overall it was a great house in a perfect location.

This was a great house, loved the layout. We had 3 adults and 4 teenagers and they loved it too! The pool was great and the screened in lanai was one of my favorite places. The bath in the master bedroom was to die for. This house is great for 3 couple, two small Families or one big family.The only drawback we encountered was the hot water, there wasn't much on the two rainy days we had. I would recommend this house to anyone and if we go back to Hawaii I would stay there again!

We (three couples) had an amazing stay in this beautiful villa. It is located near restaurants and stores. You can explore nice beaches and Kona city within minutes. The house itself is in a quiet area with a relaxing outside area. The house is very very clean and has enough space for 6. Ed is a lovely host who was always available in case of questions. All of us would definitely recommend it!!!

Lovely home where my family and I stayed for six days on Kona. Right near a bunch of shops and great restaurants. George and Ed were wonderful hosts, highly recommend this property!

We loved our stay here. The house was clean with great design. It was in a perfect location for snorkeling, swimming and paddle boarding. Also, it's very close to good food spots. George and Anthony were very welcoming and helpful. We loved having our own pool in a well kept back yard. We would stay here again in a minute.

Mahalo George and ed- what a great place to stay! Not A problem to get around to places- the mall up the top was so convenient. Ed and George were super helpful and nice! Couldn't have asked for a better place and a private pool to boot! Lots of space for us to spread out, and get confirtable. Can't wait to come back again!

We thorough enjoyed our stay at Ed & Georges place. George, Sr. was great and making sure our stay was excellent. He was very responsive to anything we needed. The dryer was broken when we arrived and George, Sr. put up two clotheslines because the repair man couldn't get here until after we left and the clothesline worked great! He even gave us a tour of their farm and gave us avocados and papaya several times during the week. The house was very spacious and plenty of room for us to spread out!! The kitchen is fully stocked with appliances and utensils (and even had spices for use) and we made many of our meals in the home to save money! Great location with a shopping plaza right up the road. Did the luau at the Sheraton that was a mile down the road and it was excellent. The pool and sun deck were perfect! We used the gas grill several times for cooking as well. The landscaping is beautiful. The house came equipped with beach towels, snorkeling gear, & umbrellas for the beach. Beautiful beaches nearby (short driving distance). There were two couples and one single and the 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms were perfect. The rooms are very large and comfortable. TV's in two of the bedrooms which was nice. TV in one of the sitting area as well (but we spent most of our time outside so the only time the TV came on was for the Oscars)!! Overall the place is fantastic and the pictures were spot on. We would come back anytime!!

We stayed for a week but could have moved in for good! Ed the owner was very attentive and provided great advice regarding recommended beaches to make the most of our stay. The house is huge with multiple sitting areas to allow everyone their own chill out space after a morning at the beach. We highly recommend the Luau at the Sheraton and the canoeing safari, all within walking distance from the house! Fair price, great house, walk to store and kid friendly beach, what more could we ask for! We will stay here again when we visit the big island!