A wonderful place to be.....

Top rated by guests
Afternoon view of Mauna Kea from the front deck - great place to relax!
Dining room and kitchen
Can see the ocean while doing dishes!
Well stocked pantry. Middle shelf to stock your own food.
Pantry, refrigerator, cherry cupboards provide lots of storage space
review stars
9.9Outstanding
(146 Ratings)
"Very happy with our stay in this lovely place. The chorus of the birds in the morning and the shoreline access were highlights for us. The house is very well stocked with all the kitchen supplies that..."
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9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(146 Ratings)

House in Puako, HI

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

E 'Aka 'Aka Mau loosely translates as Laughs a Lot House in Hawaiian. Our two bedroom, two bath home is a perfect getaway for couples and families! Just 400 feet from the beach, and with a beautiful view of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, our house offers two sides of Hawaii, both the ocean and the mountains. Enjoy breakfast in the morning, watching sunrise over Mauna Kea on the wrap-around deck. Take a leisurely stroll to the beach, picnic and beach chairs in hand, and enjoy the warm Pacific waters. Snorkel in Puako Bay or at nearby Waialea Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii. Swim with sea turtles, colorful fish, and perhaps even a moray eel! Afterward, relax in the screened-in lanai living space, while your meal is grilling out on the BBQ. And end your day by watching the spectacular sunset over the ocean before walking back to your Hawaiian escape.

E 'Aka 'Aka Mau House is uniquely set up to accommodate family and friends, but still afford privacy. The upstairs area is air conditioned for warmer days and has a spacious living room; the cathedral ceiling with two fans gives the space a light, airy feel. This same ambience carries over to the dining area, where koa trimmed windows and wooden floors show off the 'Hawaiian plantation' decor of the room. Open the large sliding glass doors and windows to allow in the breeze! The galley kitchen is well equipped with everything necessary to prepare any kind of meal, from a Thanksgiving turkey to Hawaiian and Asian fare. Granite-topped counters, hard-wood kitchen island, and a large, shelved pantry provide the ideal space to create meals for family and friends. And a Weber Spirit II propane grill is readily accessible on the deck, perfect for grilling that special Hawaiian dish!

Downstairs, a second air conditioned bedroom with sitting area and separate bath lends a 'studio setting' feel to the unit, and is perfect for teenage children or when two couples rent the house. It is accessed through its own separate door. For extra guests and/or small children, there is a fold-out sofa sleeper in the upstairs living room. Finally, the screened in lanai is set up as an additional living space, with a double bed futon for those wanting to sleep outdoors.

High definition TV and wifi are available to our guests. A full-sized washer and dryer are also on the premises for your use.

Our goal is to make E 'Aka 'Aka Mau House your home away from home - a place to relax, enjoy your surroundings, and laugh alot - with family and friends!

Hawaii tax ID W24030175-01
On-island contact information sent with Welcome Letter prior to arrival
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Please note the following from the State of Hawaii: Hawaii SB 1396 was signed into law by Governor Josh Green on May 27, 2025. This increases the State Transient Accommodations Tax from 10.25% to 11% effective 1/1/2026. This will be added to all reservations manually on 1/1/2026 as VRBO does not have a way of doing it now. With this increase, the total tax rate will become 18.712%. Our apologies for this increase, but it is out of our control.

Amenities at A wonderful place to be.....

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Puako, HI


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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(146 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Very happy with our stay in this lovely place. The chorus of the birds in the morning and the shoreline access were highlights for us. The house is very well stocked with all the kitchen supplies that we needed and the appliances worked well. We enjoyed the beautiful views of the birds in the open space and of Mauna Kea.
8.0 / 10.0
The property was exactly as advertised. Some confusion in the check in email with two different key codes for the upstairs key box but that was cleared up quickly. Hard to find at night since it is so dark even with excellent directions. Very quiet neighborhood.Star watching was amazing. Sunrise over the mountain while drinking my morning coffee was so peaceful. Beach just steps away and felt very private. Saw multiple turtles in water and resting on the beach. Other very good beaches a few minutes down the road. Beach chairs, boogie boards, binoculars, beach towels all provided. Keep in mind there are no interior stairs. The downstairs is like a separate large motel room with the second floor as the main space. Bathroom on each floor. Wrap around deck was very nice. Would not recommend for family with kids but awesome for adults! Especially two couples. Glenn is a great host. Would definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
This property had everything we needed and felt just like home. The location was incredible. The space was extremely clean. Glenn's information and directions were to perfection. This was the best VRBO we have ever experienced. We will be back.
10.0 / 10.0
I am in love. This has to be our #1 favorite place that we have stayed on the Big Island. I wanted to be out of the main city of Kona but close enough to travel in for shopping or our favorite restaurants. However we did find that we also loved the nearer resort shopping areas. Peaceful countryside mixed with beach/snorkeling was the flavor-goal of our trip. I actually debated about how glowing to be in this review because I am terrified that others will figure it out and pretty soon we wouldn’t be able to fight for a future reservation!! But I must be honest. The reasons I give it 5 stars: perfect for 2 couples, extremely clean and uncluttered with AC, the view out of the generous side/back windows is beautiful quiet countryside and the view from a few steps outside the front is ‘un-peopley’ pristine coastline with snorkeling, close to our favorite beach/snorkeling at Hapuna beach and Mauna Kea resort, outdoor shower makes the beaching/snorkeling cleanup so much easier, use of generous amounts of beach equipment, well-stocked home and kitchen, charming country store down the road, kind neighbors who were super helpful with tips for best beach spots near the house. I intend on booking for 2 weeks as soon as I can find a spot on my 2026/2027 calendar!
10.0 / 10.0
We have stayed at this property several times and it is always great. We always wish we could stay longer. The house is clean, quiet and really well-stocked with everything you need. You can walk down the street and hop in to snorkel in about 5 minutes. We also enjoy walking across the street at sunset to see the turtles that hang out in the tide pools. It's a convenient location to explore the beaches and sights north of Kona. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing place, this is it. We can't wait to come back again.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the place
10.0 / 10.0
Book this house before someone else does; it is an absolute gem. As stated by all the other reviewers, it's very clean, well-stocked, and nicely decorated. The best thing about it for me, though, is its location. Puako Beach Drive is dreamy with its many beach access spots (most of which are great for snorkeling or just clambering around to respectfully view the sea turtles and other sea life thriving amongst the lava rock pools), views of the mountains and Kohala coast, proximity to lovely beaches (Hapuna and Wailea were favorites) and total sense of serenity. There's even a flock of wild love birds that like to hang out on the roof and trees nearby. Unreal. It's also worth mentioning how reasonably priced the rental is, given how high prices are in the area. We felt very lucky to be there. Thank you, Glenn & Nicole!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location very convenient. Wonderful accommodation well kept, clean, with a great view. Walking distance to the shore and Paniau.

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at A wonderful place to be...... 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 A wonderful place to be..... pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at A wonderful place to be.....?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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