HALE NANA KOHOLA - PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!
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PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!
Hale Nana Kohola (Whale Watch House) Located in the heart of Puako, offers a tropical retreat that showcases the best of Hawaii and is perfect for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. Escape to the sunny Kohala Coast on the Island of Hawaii. Hawaii's perfect year-round weather allows for your endless summer. Puako is one of the sunniest spots in all Hawaii. This tropical paradise meets the blue Pacific ocean. Hale Nana Kohola frames Haleakala, Maui's highest peak directly from the gorgeous lanais across the reflective HEATED infinity swimming pool.
Hale Nana Kohola is located on one of the most unique spots in all of Hawaii!! Puako is a quiet cul-de-sac street about 3 miles long. Puako is only one of two beachfront communities on a not a through street in all of Hawaii. Puako Beach has an old Hawaiian ambiance. Our entire community is a tropical paradise with only one access. There is only a handful of true beachfront vacation rentals in Puako Beach and Hale Nana Kohola ( the whale watch house) is one of the few.
Swim in the 360° infinity edge heated pool while overlooking the gorgeous lava and coral reef a few feet away.
We offer kayaking, snorkeling and stand-up paddling just steps from the lanai. All of the equipment is provided when you stay at our luxury vacation home!
You feel thoroughly at home, and completely at your best with every imaginable amenity. Designed to inspire, its beauty and connects you with the surrounding environment.
'Hale Nana Kohola' (the Whale watch House) is over 7000 sq ft under roof of architectural masterpiece on the beach in beautiful Puako. Several lanais to lounge around on when you're not at the beach. Kayaking and snorkeling only steps away in pristine clear coral reefs where Humpback whales come to breed.
Our home offers 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms with their own baths, a media room with a bath, an open living, dining and gourmet kitchen area with cathedral ceilings that opens to a huge covered lanai adjacent to the 46' 360 degree infinity pool. Each bedroom, the living and media room, each have a large flat screen TV complete with an advanced audio system. Great care was taken with the landscape, creating a beautiful palm tree oasis on the ocean side. This gorgeously designed home is topped off with a 3rd story 'whale watch' retreat that offers 360 degree view. New mattresses and luxurious bedding in all master and guest bedrooms (Oct 2023).
The swimming pool has direct access from the first floor. For children that are not water safe it is recommended that they wear a life vest when on the lanais in the vicinity of the pool.
Hale Nana Kohola has hosted numerous birthday, anniversary and other family celebrations for the past 10 years. Our house is constantly being upgraded and is in pristine condition. The Hawaiian Polynesian design has a couple of thousand square feet of lanais for amazing indoor and outdoor living.
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Our media room is equipped with luxury chairs and a full bath for ‘overflow’ guests. There is also a Queen Murphy bed in the media room, which converts to the fifth bedroom.
Great care has been taken with the landscape of our beach house vacation rental, creating a beautiful Hawaiian oasis including a hammock stretched between two palms ocean side. This home is one of the few in Puako with a sandy beach right in front complete with the protected ‘lava reef pools’ for your little ones. The ancient Hawaiians have named one of the pools in front of Hale Nana Kohola the “Queens Bath”.
This gorgeously designed luxury vacation rental home is topped off with a 3rd story “whale watch” retreat that offers 360-degree views across the land and ocean from the sunrise over Mauna Kea to the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. One of the rituals at Hale Nana Kohola is watching the sunset from the chairs on the beach. And amazing sunsets they are!
Enjoy the coral reefs where Humpback whales come to breed and give birth, from December to April. The sea turtles reside year round.
This property is compliant with Hawaii State Legislation (HB2078) for vacation rental accommodation Hawaii Tax TA-003-387-3920-01 And general excise tax GE-179-640-8832-01, and STVR-19-368809
On Island Caretaker Nathalie Whitfield
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Home Features
What's Included
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Internet
- Printer
- Computer monitor
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Iron & board
- Telephone
- Fitness room / equipment
- Desk
- Desk chair
Amenities & Features
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Pool & Spa
- Private pool
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Pool
Outdoor
- Beach chairs
- Beach towels
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Kayak/canoe
- Water sports gear
- Golf
- Tennis
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
- Music library
- Game room
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Safe
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Area Guide
Neighborhood, Puako
Located in Kamuela, this vacation home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. <br>Traveling with kids? Consider Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
What's Nearby
- Puako Beach1 min walk
- Puako Bay3 min walk
- Waialea Beach5 min drive
- Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area6 min drive
- Mauna Kea Beach11 min drive
Restaurants
- CanoeHouse - 15 min drive
- Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - 4 min drive
- Hālani - 15 min drive
- Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - 11 min drive
- Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - 12 min drive
Getting Around
- Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Media room
1 Queen Bed
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub, Bidet, Toilet, Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub, Bidet, Toilet, Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower, Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower, Toilet
Half Bathroom
Toilet
Media room bath
Bathtub or shower, Toilet
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can this venue host for a wedding?
It can host up to 10 guests for a ceremony and reception, and sleeps up to 10 overnight.
Can I hold both the ceremony and reception here?
Yes — there is space for both the ceremony and reception, including outdoor areas.
Can the wedding party stay overnight?
Yes, it sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 bedrooms, so the wedding party can stay on-site.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms are there?
The venue has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
Is there a getting-ready or bridal suite?
Yes — 4 bedrooms can serve as getting-ready and bridal suites for the wedding party.
Is there a pool?
Yes, Private pool, Heated pool, Outdoor pool, Pool.
What amenities are included?
Highlights include Amazing Views, Beach, Fishing, Outdoor Pool, Pool, and Waterfront.
Is parking available?
Yes — Parking, Garage.
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