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Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach

Family-friendly vacation home with a fitness center and a hot tub

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Outdoor dining
Pool
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Tucked away in the private, gated community of The Villages, this home offers a serene retreat. Stroll to Mauna Lani's amenities and enjoy cardkey access to the newly updated Private Beach Club during your stay. With over 600 sq. ft of private balconies and lanais, you'll unwind in style amidst beautiful mountain views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 72200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub

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About this property

Entire place

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

Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach

Welcome to our luxe retreat in The Villages at Mauna Lani—a private, gated community offering rare tranquility just 124 yards from The Shops and walking distance to all resort amenities. Guests love our home for its exceptional privacy, spacious layout, and refined upgrades.

Why You’ll Love Our Home:

One of the most private locations in The Villages.

Lovingly called "The Big Island Pad" (search online for private site or check fb) we have been hosting since 2009. Our aim is to provide a stress-free, comfortable home away from home for our guests.

Our caretaker Kathi is your on island contact should you need anything or have questions during your stay.

We strive to provide quick easy communication offering peace of mind.

Constantly updating throughout the years keeps every aspect of our home fresh and homey.

Peaceful afternoons on the lanais with afternoon sun and no visible neighbors

Beautiful mountain views from a quiet street with only five homes

Exclusive Private Beach Club access during your stay

Upgraded whole-home mesh WiFi—fast even on the lanais

2024 smart TVs in every bedroom

All-new beds, refreshed furnishings, and elevated décor

Spacious & beautifully updated, an island paradise with comfort in mind

2,174 sq. ft. of indoor living + 600+ sq. ft. of lanais and balconies

Gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigerator and quartzite counters

Great room with 17-ft pocket door opening to a large lanai

Two outdoor living areas: expansive lanai + private patio

Outdoor kitchen with grill, sink, and refrigerator

Suite Layout:

Cal-King Primary Suite with private balcony and soaking tub

Twin Suite (convertible to a king) + daybed

Main-level Queen Suite with walk/roll-in shower

Large laundry room with beach towels and essentials

Resort Amenities:

Newly refreshed Napua Restaurant at the Beach Club

A hop skip to the warmest pool in Mauna Lani at The Villages amenity center

Quickest walk to shops dining, gourmet market, and more

Experience refined island living at its best—private, peaceful, and perfectly located.
We can’t wait to welcome you to your elevated escape in paradise.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Fitness Center hours are 5:00am-10:00pm. Pool hours are 8:00am-10:00pm.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: with adult supervision.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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-175-176-4992-01, 3680220040050, TA-175-176-4992-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops

About the neighborhood

Map
Waimea, HI

What's nearby

  • Mauna Lani Historic Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Puako Beach - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Nui Italian - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast at Water's Edge - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach located?

This family-friendly Kamuela vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Great 4-D Movie Ride and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Mauna Lani Historic Park and Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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