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Romantic Sea Side Cottage known as "POI*13"

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Papa Bay
    12 min walk
  • Pebbles Beach
    34 min drive
  • Ho'okena Beach Park
    44 min drive

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About the area

Captain Cook

When you stay at this cottage in Captain Cook, you'll be near the beach and 12 minutes by foot from Papa Bay. .This cottage is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Ka Lae Paakai.

What's nearby

  • Papa Bay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pebbles Beach - 34 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 44 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 47 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Captain Cook Monument - 63 min drive - 44.4 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Local Comfort Food - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪South Kona Coffee - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Mother Goose Farms - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Thai Grindz and More - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Keei Cafe - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic Sea Side Cottage known as "POI*13"

This romantic seaside cottage will steal your heart. Positioned in the small village of Milolii, (the LAST fishing village in Hawaii) in Captain Cook on The Big Island.
Boasting superior views of the sea just a stone's throw away from the ocean. This cottage sits on 1/3 of an acre filled will lush tropical vegetation. There are 4 different types of mature mango trees as well as varied fragrant plumeria to list just some of the lush landscaping for year-round enjoyment. Multiple seating, lounging, and amenities inside and out.
Take a short walk from the property to Da' Rock where you can find rock access to some of the best snorkeling on the island. Swimming with wild happy spinner dolphins from Da' Rock.
You can stay in hotel filled spaces, go out to eat for each meal, and hope to get a vacant spot on the beach for your vacation, or you can enjoy an entire home, views of the water from all over the house, private gardens, hammocks, gas BBQ, snorkel gear, coolers beach towels, movies, drinking water in a chilled cooler, even surfboards for use. The privacy of an entire home often less expensive per night, and more luxurious than a one-room hotel with double beds!
If you want to experience Hawaii in an unpackaged way with MORE of the home benefits than are available with hotel accommodations, this place may just be for you!
The kitchen is fully equipped for even holiday style cooking including but not limited to specialty items like Vitamix, crockpot, baking dishes, rice maker, air popcorn maker, coffee grinder (in case you pick up some local coffee), coffee maker as well as french press, mixer, bowls, toaster, teapot, water cooler with instant hot water as well.
*We even provide fresh drinking water and reusable travel water jugs!
Feel like you're at home in a friend's place on the beach, or you've located the most romantic, well-planned sanctuary on the Big Islands!
A great home base for exploration of the south side of the island. Sights like Green Sand beach, Punaluu beach, Southpoint, Hookena, Oceanview Saturday swap meet, possibly a trip into Naalehu to see the forest-like trees, grab the best malasada at the famous Punaluu bakery also shops at the Wednesday farmers market downtown.
Not a place limited to showers and sleeping like a hotel, feel like you're a part of Hawaii.
Please Note: the nightlife in Milolii has amazing starry nights without light/sound pollution. If you are looking for entertainment other than the show nature is putting on this location may be too remote for you.
Remember even though it's an island there are more diversity, varied environments, and amazing things to see than it's nearly impossible to get to it all.
Drive around, enjoy the changing views, experience the aloha that makes this island so magical!
*The owners occupy and live in the home, but will not be there during your stay.*

The premises are equipped with exterior cameras. No cameras are placed inside, or with any view of the interior of the property. Security cameras may be used to verify compliance with rental policies.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tim and Jenn Woodson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1150 sq ft (107 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-168-274-9440-02, TA-168-274-9440-02

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Romantic Sea Side Cottage Known as "poi 13" Captain Cook
Romantic Sea Side Known as "poi 13" Captain Cook
Romantic Sea Side Known as "poi 13"
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Romantic Sea Side Cottage known as "POI*13" Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonerful 50th birthday week
We love this house! The trees, the art, the snorkel and beach equipment, the location, it's all great! This was our second stay at Poi 13 and hopefully not our last. Mahalo
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha, Pawleys Island

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet location away from the crowds. Centrally located between Volcano and Kona allowing exploring both directions with our oasis to rest and rejuvenate. The last 3 miles of winding road is not for the faint of heart but the view is completely worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Real Hawaii
The rental was exactly as advertised and we enjoyed a peaceful week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miloli'i, far south, rustic and relaxed. Great, but not for everyone.
We really enjoyed our stay, the property manager is awesome, and the place is exactly what it says it is, but we are not the typical travelers. Location: This is near the fishing village of Miloli'i near the very southern tip of the west coast. Nearest "town" is Oceanview. Getting in and out involves driving a very steep and windy road, taking about 20 minutes each way at 15mph. It is almost exactly 1/2 way between the touristy "downtown" and the Volcano national park, about 1.5 hours to each. Speed limits on Hawaii are very low, and most roads one lane each way, with very limited places for passing, often stuck behind someone going slower than limit. Waze generally estimates the time accurately to within 5 minutes. Do the check before leaving, on wifi, because cell coverage is very spotty. Property: really nice place, great furniture, layout, decor, art, amenities. Open plan, lots of light, all the comforts and tools of home, except no AC. Plenty of fans and ventilation. Lots of room. Room for a large party using the couches, beds, and hammock. Two caveats: Not much privacy. The bedroom does close, but any noise will be heard throughout the house. Also, the neighbor to the south is really close, and with windows open you can hear them (and presume they you). Mosquitoes everywhere on Island, so use OFF. The area: Rustic. Local snorkeling not for beginners. Best beaches are Black Pebbles and 2 Step, both north on main road, about 45 min away. Key is Relaxation.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful 12th anniversary trip
This romantic seaside cottage lived up to it's claims. We loved the view, the art, the garden, and the lanai! Its well stocked with beach stuff and day trip supplies as well as games, books and movies. It's perfectly situated between great beaches on the kona side and the volcano park on the hilo side.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Sleep on a lava bed!
Comfortable nice quasi-off-the-grid home that enjoys sweeping views because the town is on top of a prior lava flow. I’d want other guests to know that it’s not close to anything but if you’ve got time to explore the island then you’re not particularly far from sights like volcano park either. It’s a quiet base to work from. There is a safer Miloii beach park 5 min drive away if “da rock” is just for confident swimmers. The gear cache (goggles kick boards chairs etc) was really appreciated! We loved kahalu u beach best. Amazing and easy for beginners
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

James S.

Just okay
Had trouble with the electronic door lock which only worked intermittently. Never heard back from the owner about that. And the clothes dryer didn't work. Otherwise our stay was just okay. The house was well stocked with kitchen and bath essentials.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top Notch Beach Rental
Our family of three adults enjoyed the homey accommodation this quaint beach rental offered us. Comfortable beds, full functioning kitchen, huge screened in lanai to relax and enjoy the sunsets and listen to the crashing waves. It was the perfect place for our getaway to the Hawaiian Islands!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Tiffany, Arlington, Washington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the house. Wish I would have looked at how far away it was from everything. The rain water catchment system was different but worked just fine. Next time I’ll look for a rental with washer and dryer.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019