Blue skies and stunning view
About this house rental
Nestled in Kalaoa, this attractive house for $302 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Centrally located in North Kona, this house is 15 minutes from the airport, downtown and sandy beaches. It is situated at a cool 1000 foot elevation, and is located in a traditional Hawaiian neighborhood with large lots, mature trees and no street lights. A long tree-lined driveway leads to this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. It has an open floor with vaulted ceilings and large windows that overlook beautiful manicured grounds and a lani where you can entertain or relax in the cool trade winds. View house rules for more information. This is a hosted bnb and the owners live down stairs
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Kalaoa, HI
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(61 Reviews)
5.0
Beautiful location, wonderful house and a lovely home owner.
5.0
This is a beautiful home with a gorgeous view in a quiet neighborhood. Spacious rooms, wonderful lanai, cool breeze, and everything we needed for our three days in Kona.
5.0
This property was the perfect choice for our family! The views are beautiful. Safe and quiet neighborhood. Colleen is a wonderful host with a keen eye for every detail. The house is well-kept and very clean. She had coolers & ice packs, beach towels, beach chairs & a beach umbrella available. Some of these we didn’t even know we would need, but used them almost every day!
5.0
We loved our 10 day stay here. Quiet, except for chirping frogs, birds and roosters, which just add to the charm, really. Well equipped, roomy, washer and dryer were SO helpful. Our host was kind and generous.
5.0
Colleen was the kindest host and her home is so beautiful. The location with its proximity to the airport and to Kona, the ocean views, and cleanliness and homeliness of the house was evident since we stepped in. She even had beach towels and other amenities cleaned and ready for us to use. I highly recommend her place if you are on the Big Island.
5.0
Colleen was the best VRBO host we have experienced with the most beautiful home. Views from the porch are more beautiful than pictured in lovely setting. Thank you Colleen for sharing your home & giving us some unforgettable memories.
5.0
Colleen is a wonderful host, the house interior is very tasteful and spotlessly clean. We will certainly come again.
5.0
You're not going to find a better place so stop looking. Rare place that looks *better* than the photos. It was Colleen's personal home until recently so it's not full of garbage rickety furniture and trash appliances. Has the most well apportioned kitchen I've ever seen in a vacation rental. Stunning views off the lanai. Just remember this is a chill spot so quiet between 8 pm and 8 am. That doesn't mean it's church but you get the drift.
5.0
Colleen's property is lovely, (even better than the photos) and she is a warm and welcoming host. The property is close to the airport, very clean and the view from the large lanai is perfect. The home's furnishings are comfortable and reflect Colleen and Gary's love of Hawaii. Everything we needed was there, including an array of items for a day at the beach. I almost didn't want to write such a glowing review as this property may not be available next time I would like to return to the island!
5.0
Colleen is the most gracious host and her place was perfect for us: immaculate, very tastefully decorated, well furnished, every conceivable amenity including a wonderful selection of books. Quiet and relaxing. I only wish we could have stayed longer. Exceeded expectations.
5.0
The Sullivan’s home is beautifully built and maintained. It is in a neighborhood but with well- manicured grounds, and a stunning sunset view from the lanai, it is a peaceful, tropical oasis. The location is ideal for exploring the great beaches of the Gold Coast and only 10-15 minutes away from Kona’s grocery stores. Colleen is a very attentive, warm and kind host.
4.0
Gorgeous interior as well as beautifully landscaped property. Safe neighborhood, close to airport, but quiet, convenient location to beautiful beaches, rain forest, downtown Kailua Kona (if you so desire--not our scene though)...
5.0
Colleen’s place is outstanding, far and away the best Vrbo we’ve stayed at. Clean, clean, clean and Colleen has provided everything you could possibly need. Do not hesitate to book.
5.0
The home was absolutely beautiful, well maintained and very clean. The view was amazing - the lanai was a great place to relax and enjoy the breeze and cooler temperature. Colleen was very accommodating and a joy to talk to.
5.0
We had a good stay but in the end we left a jacket inside the apartment. Colleen went all the way and sent it via Mail to our next stay on Oahu. Thank you very much indeed!
5.0
Property and location were even better than expected. Colleen’s gracious introduction to the area fresh fruit and cheesecake made it more than outstanding. Will stay again!
5.0
Property was everything that it was advertised to be and much more. The host was extremely accommodating to all of the needs of the guests. I wholeheartedly recommend this property to anyone visiting in or around the Kona, Hawaii area.
5.0
We absolutely loved our time at Colleen & Gary's! The house is immaculate, comfortable and in a great location to get around the island. We loved how much cooler the house was compared to right along the water.
The location wasn't right in the middle of everything, but it wasn't far from anything in the Kona area either. The property felt very private and quiet. We had the most beautiful view of the ocean from our bedroom window.
Some of the other treats that made this stay so special were the coolers, chairs, and boogie boards provided made touring the island very easy.
We felt so lucky to get this fantastic property to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We thoroughly enjoyed our wonderful hosts and their care for us while we were there.
5.0
A Great home away from home.
Property was everything that it was advertised to be and much more. The host was extremely accommodating to all of the needs of the guests. I wholeheartedly recommend this property to anyone visiting in or around the Kona, Hawaii area.
5.0
The best place!
We absolutely loved our time at Colleen & Gary's! The house is immaculate, comfortable and in a great location to get around the island. We loved how much cooler the house was compared to right along the water.
The location wasn't right in the middle of everything, but it wasn't far from anything in the Kona area either. The property felt very private and quiet. We had the most beautiful view of the ocean from our bedroom window.
Some of the other treats that made this stay so special were the coolers, chairs, and boogie boards provided made touring the island very easy.
We felt so lucky to get this fantastic property to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We thoroughly enjoyed our wonderful hosts and their care for us while we were there.
5.0
I was traveling with my wife & our neighbor from Arizona. what a perfect place for us & good location. the house is so nice, I think we could live there!
Two bedrooms & bathrooms were spacious. kitchen well stocked with everything we needed & house was extremely clean! lanai was amazing with the distant ocean views & nice overhang to keep out the rain.
We made breakfast & most dinners there. the BBQ charcoal grill was a nice plus for us.
The house didn't have A/C but was never an issue for us. we loved the free-range chickens & baby chicks on the street & the first night surprised about the frog noise but knew about it going in. we closed the windows the first night but after that, we kind of liked it & were used to it. I think we all slept better with the frog noise.
We had Cathy's sister & husband over for dinner on the lanai. It was both our Anniversaries & Colleen went above & beyond to make it special for us!
Gary & Colleen were amazing hosts!
We were able to spend a little time with them & they are some of the nicest people you could ever meet!
Malaho!!
We hope to be back & stay here again!!!
5.0
So much nicer than the photo's!!
I was traveling with my wife & our neighbor from Arizona. what a perfect place for us & good location. the house is so nice, I think we could live there!
Two bedrooms & bathrooms were spacious. kitchen well stocked with everything we needed & house was extremely clean! lanai was amazing with the distant ocean views & nice overhang to keep out the rain.
We made breakfast & most dinners there. the BBQ charcoal grill was a nice plus for us.
The house didn't have A/C but was never an issue for us. we loved the free-range chickens & baby chicks on the street & the first night surprised about the frog noise but knew about it going in. we closed the windows the first night but after that, we kind of liked it & were used to it. I think we all slept better with the frog noise.
We had Cathy's sister & husband over for dinner on the lanai. It was both our Anniversaries & Colleen went above & beyond to make it special for us!
Gary & Colleen were amazing hosts!
We were able to spend a little time with them & they are some of the nicest people you could ever meet!
Malaho!!
We hope to be back & stay here again!!!
5.0
Big Island Gem
Don’t hesitate to book this home. We loved staying here in mid-May and look forward to returning someday soon. As nice as it appears in the pictures, it’s even nicer in person and is a gem. You’re in a real Big Island neighborhood about 1200 feet above sea level about 4 miles from airport, cooler than sea level with no need for A/C, with easy access to downtown Kona and main highways (high and low) to explore the island. Colleen and Gary are great hosts and super nice people - they made us feel welcome and comfortable with their genuine hospitality, and their home is a true reflection of them. They are eager to help with tips on anything from the weather, hidden beaches, the day’s prevailing sea swells, to the history of the area. Getting to know them made our stay even more special.
Since you’re in a real neighborhood you’ll definitely hear the coqui frogs from sunset to sunrise (you’ll get used to ‘em after a couple days), a few roosters, and the occasional barking dogs – very minor stuff but use earplugs or a white noise machine if you’re noise-sensitive at night.
5.0
In our decade of HomeAway/VRBO rentals in the US & Europe, this place is one of two as the very best. (The other was in Sienna, Italy). The hosts could not have been better. The spacious apt was beautiful and well equipped for our stay. Everything but the groceries was provided. The location up the hill was cooler than down on the flats so ceiling fans did the job. A large and well landscaped yard provided privacy, a nice view and a tropical ambiance. Meals on the lanai were delightful. This was a great base for our first time exploration of the island. Close enough to lots of beaches without the noise and heat. Easy drives to the north end, the Hilo side and the volcano park. We heartily recommend and would return.
5.0
Hawaiian Paradise
In our decade of HomeAway/VRBO rentals in the US & Europe, this place is one of two as the very best. (The other was in Sienna, Italy). The hosts could not have been better. The spacious apt was beautiful and well equipped for our stay. Everything but the groceries was provided. The location up the hill was cooler than down on the flats so ceiling fans did the job. A large and well landscaped yard provided privacy, a nice view and a tropical ambiance. Meals on the lanai were delightful. This was a great base for our first time exploration of the island. Close enough to lots of beaches without the noise and heat. Easy drives to the north end, the Hilo side and the volcano park. We heartily recommend and would return.
5.0
Incredible, best VRBO I've been to in Kona
The house is gorgeous, the owners are super friendly and helpful, the beds and everything else in the house are comfortable and high quality. We only wish we could've stayed longer!
5.0
This vacation rental does not disappoint! We enjoyed an amazing week of lazy mornings with our coffee on the lanai and evenings watching the beautiful sunsets. The cool breeze kept us comfortable and meant we did not need air conditioning. We loved the house filled with beautiful art and everything you might need when away from home. The location is perfectly central to visit almost anywhere you want to go. We look forward to staying with Colleen and Gary again on our next trip to the Big Island!
5.0
Relax and Recharge
This vacation rental does not disappoint! We enjoyed an amazing week of lazy mornings with our coffee on the lanai and evenings watching the beautiful sunsets. The cool breeze kept us comfortable and meant we did not need air conditioning. We loved the house filled with beautiful art and everything you might need when away from home. The location is perfectly central to visit almost anywhere you want to go. We look forward to staying with Colleen and Gary again on our next trip to the Big Island!
5.0
The best place in the Big Island
The house is located in a residential area at 1000 ft elevation. It has a great view of the ocean from the second story deck, especially at sunset time with cool breezes flowing that make you comfortable & relaxed.
We used to stay in ocean front condominiums before and enjoyed the ocean view and the sound of the waves. But we fell in love with this beautiful place and enjoyed waking up with the sound of the birds. On the first day when we arrived, it was already dark and we were greeted with loud chirping of the birds and wondered what kind of birds would sing in the night. Then we found out the next day that it was actually the coqui frogs!
Colleen keeps the rooms spotless. We were welcomed with a wonderful bowl of fruit. We never closed the windows and let air flow through the house, so that no air conditioner was needed.
Colleen and Gary were very generous with providing all the necessary items for us.
Thank you Colleen and Gary for letting us share your beautiful
home.
We will definitely be coming back in the future.
5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay here with Colleen and Greg. The house is beautiful; with lovely ocean views and lots of wonderful sounds of frogs at night. It was extremely clean and a pleasure to spend time in. The location is also very convenient to the airport, and to traveling to both sides of the island.
5.0
Beautiful Light and Airy House in Convenient Location
We very much enjoyed our stay here with Colleen and Greg. The house is beautiful; with lovely ocean views and lots of wonderful sounds of frogs at night. It was extremely clean and a pleasure to spend time in. The location is also very convenient to the airport, and to traveling to both sides of the island.
5.0
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
5.0
Thank You
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
5.0
Wonderful design of unit with beautiful ocean view with beautiful sunsets! Unit is very clean and met all our needs. our hosts were wonderful giving us lots of great recommendations.
Love this place and will schedule for next year. The evening sunsets are wondrful! Loved this cottage & will return!
5.0
Wonderful Accommodations and location!
Wonderful design of unit with beautiful ocean view with beautiful sunsets! Unit is very clean and met all our needs. our hosts were wonderful giving us lots of great recommendations.
Love this place and will schedule for next year. The evening sunsets are wondrful! Loved this cottage & will return!
5.0
What a perfect place. Exceptional view from the lanai. Great accommodation at the 1000 foot level which I prefer away from the hotter sea level and crowded area around Alii Drive. Nice breezes and a home away from home. Thank you!
I read up on the frog noises which I really liked. I guess not a great new species for the island but they certainly sang me too sleep.
5.0
View Wonderful!
What a perfect place. Exceptional view from the lanai. Great accommodation at the 1000 foot level which I prefer away from the hotter sea level and crowded area around Alii Drive. Nice breezes and a home away from home. Thank you!
I read up on the frog noises which I really liked. I guess not a great new species for the island but they certainly sang me too sleep.
5.0
The property was accurately represented on the VRBO web site. The extremely positive reviews on the web site also turned out to be accurate.
Colleen and Gary are likely the perfect hosts. They are friendly, competent, knowledgeable, and helpful. If there is a problem, such as the washing machine stops working, they have it fixed promptly.
The property is located in a residential area. There is parking in front of the house The one story walk up to the area we rented was easy.
The setting sun into the vastness of the Pacific is visible from the second story deck which makes the minutes before sunset the perfect time to open a bottle of wine. I am unsure of the distance from the house to the ocean but the house's elevation at about 1000 feet makes the ocean clearly visible.
As to the price, I think it was under priced.
On the 10 point scale I give their place a 10.
5.0
Great Place
The property was accurately represented on the VRBO web site. The extremely positive reviews on the web site also turned out to be accurate.
Colleen and Gary are likely the perfect hosts. They are friendly, competent, knowledgeable, and helpful. If there is a problem, such as the washing machine stops working, they have it fixed promptly.
The property is located in a residential area. There is parking in front of the house The one story walk up to the area we rented was easy.
The setting sun into the vastness of the Pacific is visible from the second story deck which makes the minutes before sunset the perfect time to open a bottle of wine. I am unsure of the distance from the house to the ocean but the house's elevation at about 1000 feet makes the ocean clearly visible.
As to the price, I think it was under priced.
On the 10 point scale I give their place a 10.
5.0
Colleen and Gary’s place was absolutely gorgeous. It was by far the best vacation property I have ever stayed in. Their place was beautifully decorated and spotless! Not a speck of dust anywhere. You can tell there was great attention to detail in every aspect. We really felt like we were staying in better than a 5 star hotel - there was plenty of space, TV, great kitchen, washer & dryer, and beach equipment to borrow! There are even extra items in the bathrooms like beach towels, first aid kit, bug spray, etc. The home had everything we needed. Colleen even prepared a fruit bowl for us! Gary was also very quick to empty the trash bins just outside.
One of my favorite parts about the stay was leaving the windows open and allowing the natural air to flow through the house - AC was definitely not necessary. If there wasn’t enough wind, they had ceiling fans in every room! We felt like we were one with nature and we’re able to find peace and relaxation. The view from the lanai is another highlight and was spectacular. Pictures do not do it justice at all. We spent a lot of our mornings eating breakfast and just hanging out to enjoy the view. Tip: Must check out the sunset from here, amazing!
The location was also perfect! Their home was centrally located and close to the airport. We were able to adventure to every single corner of the island and come home and enjoy the rest of the evening.
Overall, Colleen is super sweet and very responsive. We will definitely be coming back in the future for another stay. Thank you again, Colleen & Gary. We really enjoyed our stay and we’ll be back soon!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Kalaoa?
The average price for a rental in Kalaoa is $302 per night. This rental is $0 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Blue skies and stunning view. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Blue skies and stunning view pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Blue skies and stunning view?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.
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