Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo
Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(130 Ratings)
Guests raved about the exceptional lanai views, comfortable accommodations, and superb communication from the hosts. The location and amenities exceeded expectations, making for an unforgettable stay with breathtaking sunsets and oceanfront experienc...
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About this apartment rental
This fully air-conditioned beautiful oceanfront corner unit is less than 30 feet from the water's edge. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from your large lanai, watch the surfers, para-sailers, boogie boarders, playful dolphins, turtles, whales and passing cruise ships.
Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. Every room has a beautiful view of the ocean and beach.
The resort is just a short walk to town for dining, shopping and the farmers market for vegetables, fruit, flowers, and souvenirs.
The pool, spa, BBQ's and outdoor dining pavilion are all oceanfront.
Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(130 Ratings)
Guests raved about the exceptional lanai views, comfortable accommodations, and superb communication from the hosts. The location and amenities exceeded expectations, making for an unforgettable stay with breathtaking sunsets and oceanfront experienc...
This fully air-conditioned beautiful oceanfront corner unit is less than 30 feet from the water's edge. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from your large lanai, watch the surfers, para-sailers, boogie boarders, playful dolphins, turtles, whales and passing cruise ships.
Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. Every room has a beautiful view of the ocean and beach.
The resort is just a short walk to town for dining, shopping and the farmers market for vegetables, fruit, flowers, and souvenirs.
The pool, spa, BBQ's and outdoor dining pavilion are all oceanfront.
Keywords: Condominium
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Additional fees to expect
Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.
Customer support
Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo
Ratings and reviews
9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(130 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Guests raved about the exceptional lanai views, comfortable accommodations, and superb communication from the hosts. The location and amenities exceeded expectations, making for an unforgettable stay with breathtaking sunsets and oceanfront experiences.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
Perched just above the shoreline, this property offers an unforgettable immersion into the natural poetry of Hawaii. The rhythmic crash of surf marks Hawaain time--slowly replenishing the spirit. Each day, rain or shine, ends in a blaze of color as the sun sinks into the Pacific, gilding the sea in molten gold. Rainbows appear with near-daily regularity, arcing across the sky like whispered promises, while sea turtles drift below and fishing boats hum up and down the coast, “mowing the lawn” in slow, meditative lines. Traditional waʻa glide past, paddles slicing in synchronized grace — a living tribute to Hawaiian heritage.The air is rich with salt and the heady sweetness of plumeria, a sensory balm that lingers long after sunset. Some great snorkeling coves and swimming beaches are a short commute away, plus a lively collection of shops and shave ice stands where flavors bloom like tropical flowers.What truly elevates the stay is Jim, the owner — a host of uncommon generosity and warmth. He is attentive without intrusion, always ready with insightful recommendations or fascinating island lore, should you ask. His care is evident in every detail. Make sure you ask him about island trivia.This is not simply a place to stay, but one to feel, to breathe in, and to remember. A rare haven where land, sea, and spirit converge in quiet harmony.
10.0 / 10.0
Five stars on everything. This property has perfect views and great breezes on the lanai. Beautiful sunset views. They don’t have the cheap plastic wicker furniture that other units I’ve stayed in at the Kona Reef have switched to. I can sit for hours and just enjoy the views without needing a chiropractor. The hosts are so helpful if you have any problems. We didn’t have any problems, just a few questions that they were quick to answer. I hope I get to go many more times
10.0 / 10.0
The four of us had a wonderful 6 night stay. Jim was a great communicator and easy to reach with our questions. The condo had everything we needed and more. The views are absolutely amazing. The condo is just a little dated but it’s clean, comfortable and very affordable for what you get. We’ve stayed at several units in Kona and this is for sure our new favorite.
10.0 / 10.0
My family of four stayed at this Kona property during Christmas week, 2024. This condo is a wonderful two bedroom unit, facing the ocean. We spent many hours on the lanai, enjoying incredibile views of the ocean. The complex is quiet and peaceful, even though it is a short walk from shops and restaurants in downtown Kailua-Kona. The complex also has a pool (facing the ocean) and ample parking. The unit was well stocked with essentials, and the owner provided beach towels, chairs, toys, etc that we could use during our stay. I have stayed at many Vrbo properties in past. This unit was definitely one of my favorites. It is the first one where I thought the unit was actually nicer than the pictures. And by far, this unit has the best and most involved owner. He sent us all the information we needed for check-in and parking before we arrived, he answered every email or text promptly, and provided a wealth of information on local attractions Hawaii trivia. We loved our stay, and highly recommend this unit.
10.0 / 10.0
Less than 10 minutes on foot walk to town to many restaurantsBoogie boarding and surfing, conveniently right downstairsHas everything we neededHost is wonderful, helpful and kindHighly highly recommend
10.0 / 10.0
Great property! The condo was well taken care of and had amazing views out every window. James and Nancy are terrific hosts and were very responsive. Would be my first choice if I needed a 2 bedroom again.
10.0 / 10.0
The view from the lanai was so beautiful, we never wanted to leave! We really appreciated the comfy lounge chairs and made good use of them watching the dolphins and surfers all day long. Beds were extremely comfortable and the unit has all you would need for a trip to the beach to preparing meals in the fully stocked kitchen. Yes, the unit has not been updated but everything was in excellent repair and very clean and and comfortable and that is all that mattered to us! As amazing as this unit was the best part of this rental were the owners Jim and Nancy. Their communication with us was the best we have ever encountered in all our years of renting. Their obvious dedication to ensuring our stay was perfect was so appreciated and we loved the mid stay information email we received from them-so fun! Thank you for an awesome stay, we will be back!
8.0 / 10.0
Communication with the host was excellent. He provided email information about the unit, things to do, restaurants, etc. He provided up-to-date information about the property on the day we arrived. The location was wonderful. Every morning we were greeted by at least half a dozen surfers and a yoga class. Check in process was good, but the instructions indicate to look for blue roof property. We were arriving at night; ( informed host of this) and the street lights are not bright enough to see to color of the roof, or the Kona Reef sign. The condo, a corner unit had nice windows. The interior is not updated. The kitchen cabinets were worn and missing a handle (above the fridge). The kitchen sink faucet was glued permanently to the left side of the sink, making the rinsing of dishes and glasses on the right side almost impossible. The spray button on the faucet was missing. The refrigerator had items left by the prior guest. The refrigerator was not cleaned and empty prior to our arrival. There were food and drink items left in the fridge; including open butter, jam and condiments. We have rented at least 10 properties in the past and there was never any items left in the fridge. We did not remove them. The bathroom cabinets were also quite dated and there was no place to hang the hand-towel in the primary. The box on the balcony deflected the air conditioner hot air from condenser onto us.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved watching the surfers right off the balcony!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful time at this condo. It was the best place, great views and proximity to everything was perfect. Everything you need is there, just unpack and start relaxing. Thanks Jim and Nancy for sharing A-31 with us, we will definitely be back!!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location right on the water. Tremendous views up and down the coast and of small next door beach. Walking distance to downtown shops, bars and restaurants. Plenty to do on the island if you rent a car to get to beaches, hiking and much more. Stayed here two years in a row. A place to make memories.
10.0 / 10.0
We absolutely loved the condo, and as so many others - the lanai, where we spent hours watching the waves, surfers, spotting fish and turtles. It is very well equipped (including the kitchen, beach towels, beach equipment) and the location is excellent, within walking distance to numerous restaurants and shops. Jim has been an amazing host, offering accommodations if needed and sharing extensive guidance to local attractions and restaurants. All of that has been very helpful and we truly enjoyed our stay in Kona!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location with stunning view of Heeia Bay (Honl's Beach) and magical Kona Sunsets. Mornings, afternoons, evenings on the lanai watching body boarders, surfers, paddlers, and even spinner dolphins. Walk into town. Comfortable furnishings and beds. Easy peasy check-in.
Wonderful communication with delightful owner-manager. Why would you not choose this place? I know we will be back! Mahalo!
10.0 / 10.0
The location is absolutely gorgeous & the condo is just as nice as pictures indicate. The owner is the best too, fantastic communicator & wonderful to work with. I can't say enough good about the property or the owners. I have stayed at dozens of rentals & I give my highest recommendation.
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10.0 / 10.0
We absolutely loved our stay in the condo! The lanai was exceptional, and we spent many hours lounging, watching the ocean and enjoying the surfers and wildlife. The unit had plenty of room with all the extras needed to make our vacation comfortable and fun. Air conditioning was quiet and worked well. Best of all was the wonderful communication and information from the hosts. They really went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of and had a great vacation. Thanks for being such great hosts and providing such a wonderful place! We hope to come back soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful property with all the amenities that is well maintained. Easy walk to restaurants, coffee and shops. Fabulous view from the lanai and the sunsets are priceless. Wish we had more time to explore this beautiful island!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful place! This condo is right on the ocean, and we spent much of our time out on the lanai where we watched turtles, surfers, boats, parasailers, cruise ships, and the most beautiful sunsets. The condo is equipped with everything one would need during their stay. We found the beds to be comfortable, and the living area had very comfortable furniture. The owners were great with lots of communication, and immediately answered any questions that we had. We highly recommend this place, and would definitely stay there again!
10.0 / 10.0
Jim Sommers, owner of our condo is an outstanding communicator. He provided lots of useful information about the condo and surrounding area. The condo was clean and well appointed. The location, right on the ocean is incredible. We saw a sea turtle from our lanai. This condo is a short walk to town and near lots of restaurants and attractions. Our friends who stayed a couple of miles away, were envious of our premier location near the island’s restaurants and evening attractions. Just a beautiful trip overall.
10.0 / 10.0
This was our first time to the big island and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Waking up to the waves just feet from the lanai was the best. And watching whales and all the ocean activities going on you really don’t need to leave this condo. This condo is so close to Kona it makes it so easy to go out for dinner, or just stroll through town. We also appreciated all the helpful information that was provided to us by Jim. We’re hoping to come back for a longer stay to explore the rest of the island.
10.0 / 10.0
We spent 9 nights at the condo over Christmas- 2 adults and our two young adult kids. We couldn’t ask for a better location. Best view ever, walking distance to town, good parking and lots of amenities in the condo (beach gear, fully equipped kitchen etc.). Highly recommend Kona Reef and Jim and Nancy’s condo in particular!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful time at the Kona Reef condo! The condo felt much larger than the listing photos showed and there was plenty of room for 4 adults. The bedrooms and bathrooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable (beds and temperature). The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed many dinners on the patio.
Will definitely be back next we visit Kona!!
8.0 / 10.0
Enjoyed the condo and location everything was great
10.0 / 10.0
If you need a place to stay in Kona, this is the place. Jim's hospitality is unbeatable, centrally located on the west side of Hawaii, this condo has all the amenities a person/family would need to enjoy a wonderful vacation on the big island!
10.0 / 10.0
We were in Jim & Nancy’s unit for 2 weeks. We’ve stayed in many vacation rentals and Jim is far & away the best host we have ever encountered. He has excellent communication skills & is very open to suggestions.
Previous guests had identified an issue with the dryer. Jim offered up creative solutions in the event that it couldn’t be fixed right away. We were very impressed with his problem solving abilities. Fortunately the issue was resolved quickly.
Jim & Nancy have been gradually updating the unit. The investments they have made, such as comfortable beds, air conditioning and some high end appliances, show how they prioritize their guests’ comfort. Jim has also indicated that they keep the potential impact on rates in mind when they plan for improvements.
We’ve stayed at the Kona Reef many time before and love the development. This unit is now my favourite unit because of its owners.
10.0 / 10.0
The place was clean and enjoyed the beautiful view. Communication with owners made our experience personal. Thank you
10.0 / 10.0
Kona Reef A-31 has a beautiful view, the most comfortable lanai furniture of all the Kona Reef units I’ve stayed in, and super accommodating owners. Can’t wait to go again.
8.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful time in Kailua Kona!! Previously we had been to all the other islands, but neither of us had been to the Big Island. We're so glad we got to experience it.
This condo is perfectly located! It is a close walk to town, very quiet and peaceful, and best of all was the spectacular view from the lani. Absolutely stunning!! It was a perfect place for morning coffee, an afternoon nap, to read a good book, happy hour and to watch the sunset.
The condo is comfortable with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and air conditioning which we appreciated a lot!
The only thing that was a bit disappointing is that the condo is older and is showing wear and tear which we really didn't get from the on line description. The windows are getting a bit rusty, I noticed bits of plaster coming off the wall in the bathroom, there were a few ants running around daily on the kitchen counter and bathroom, etc. It didn't take away from our fantastic stay, but if you are looking for a shiny, new, upgraded condo with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, this is not the place...which you can tell by the photos. Still, it is a lovely place that we enjoyed a lot!!
Jim and Nancy are WONDERFUL hosts!! They were available by text or phone all the time. Just super accommodating!
There is a "secluded" lagoon just down the street from the condo which we enjoyed daily. We also took a small van 12 hour island tour and a small boat 3 stop snorkel tour, both fantastic!
Enjoy!
10.0 / 10.0
The views from the lanai are breathtaking!! It was so fun to watch the endless stream of surfers & boogie boarders all day long! The condo is very homey & we had an incredible week! Jim is super responsive, very friendly, and provided many interesting facts and local recommendations! He is available 24/7 and encouraged us to contact him at anytime about anything. The kitchen is very well stocked & had a super strong blender that made excellent icy smooth blended drinks! They had two of the most highly rated travel guidebooks for this island which was really helpful. The backpack style beach chairs, beach umbrella, and rolling cooler were awesome!! We had the best week at this condo!!
10.0 / 10.0
This property won't disappoint. It has perhaps one of the best views on the island, a corner unit with north and south oceanfront views, just steps from the water. Fantastic sunsets every night.
Its location is central, allowing easy navigation to destinations around the island. While I recommend renting a car to reach other places, this unit is close to Kileau-Kona downtown, so you can walk to great waterfront entertainment and shopping spots.
Unit is clean, comfortable and the property owner is very responsive, while providing good information upfront. Truly enjoyed our stay and can recommend it highly.
10.0 / 10.0
Our family of 5 spent one awesome week in this unit in July. It is a top floor corner unit and has amazing views in every direction. It is clean and the sounds of the ocean are so refreshingly peaceful. It is very easy access to many beaches, restaurants and other sites of interest in Kona. Jim provided great insights about things to do, both in his written instructions as well as during several phone conversations and texts. Frankly, this was the best VRBO experience that we have ever had and we will definitely stay here again when we return to Hawaii!
10.0 / 10.0
We considered this trip to be the honeymoon we never had as well as our upcoming 45th wedding anniversary celebration. As hoped for, Jim and Nancy's property turned out to be the absolute perfect location for these special occasions.
The location is second to none. The view from the comfortable and spacious lanai is stunning. We spent many hours there enjoying the expansive view of the Pacific and listening to the ever present surf. Prior to our arrival we had made plans to go hiking and snorkeling but unanticipated health issues required us to scale back on those plans considerably. Fortunately, our superb location more than made up for this necessary adjustment to our plans. The condo is well equipped and very comfortable. Having AC throughout was extremely welcomed by these Oregonians due to the predominant heat and humidity. We needed a soft mattress and the full size in bedroom 2 met our needs just fine. In addition to the normal amenities, extra items provided like the quality binoculars, a wheeled cooler for ferrying groceries, beach chairs and mats, and - though not used - a variety of water sports gear (fins/masks/snorkels, boogie boards) made our experience all the more enjoyable.
We appreciated Jim’s communication with us throughout the process. Information provided about the area and its amenities was especially helpful. Our host's outstanding accommodations, communication, and concerns for our comfort made our perfect Hawaiian getaway a reality!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful place and un obstructed views
10.0 / 10.0
James and Nancy are the best hosts we have ever had in our many stays on the Big Island. The unit is beautiful! Sitting on the lanai at sunset is spectacular! James checked on us, gave us tons of tips and was very thoughtful and caring. Everything you needed was right there! The location on the top corner provides incredible ocean views! We highly recommend ❤❤❤
10.0 / 10.0
Best location in Kona. The view from the lanai is outstanding. Unit was as described with all the amenities needed. We would definitely stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing views of the sunset and ocean from the lanai. Listen to the sounds if the crashing waves from the entire unit.
James was very communicative and kind. The unit has everything you need for the beach, making meals and more. The room is clean and comfortable. We were grateful for the experience and look forward to stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
My son’s wedding was in Kona & after much research we selected Nancy & James’s property. This property surpassed our expectations, it was clean, fantastic facilities & amenities & let’s not forget the location! Everything we needed was in walking distance if not a quick Uber ride away. Cannot praise our hosts Nancy & James enough, so accommodating, obliging & informative. You will be crazy not to stay at this property
10.0 / 10.0
We love this unit. Overlooks the ocean and nothing else! Also, yoga on the beach to the side of the unit several days/ week. Walking to town and leaving car safely at home is great for us. Also proximity to Green Flash Coffee and Da Poke Shack.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a lovely time staying in Jim and Nancy's condo...awesome oceanfront, 3rd floor, corner unit with everything one might need for a wonderful stay on Hawaii. Really appreciated all the great ideas of where to go and where to eat. Directions for using anything in the unit were readily available and Jim responded quickly to questions that weren't. Will definitely stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
This is a gem of a location in Kailua-Kona. Two bedrooms with great AC and fans. Two bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and best of all, a lanai with incredible views of turtles and fish. This property owner gave excellent recommendations that made our stay superb. We will definitely return!
10.0 / 10.0
We have been coming to Kona Reef for a number of years. This is our third stay in this condo. Great location. Wonderful ocean front condo. Had a treat of a Hawaiian monk seal coming up on the beach next to the condo for the day. Very cool to watch. Jim the owner is great. Checks in to make sure everything with the condo is good. Highly recommend this condo for your stay to the Big Island.
FAQs
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo pet friendly?
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