A refined blend of luxury and island living near Kailua-Kona. Welcome to Hale Ulu (House of Growth). Perfectly located just 5 minutes from town and the ocean, this private retreat offers breathtaking ocean views and is wrapped in lush tropical Hawaiian greenery. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and serenity, every window frames nature, gentle breezes, and a sense of elevated relaxation.
The space
Private Upper-Level Retreat with Ocean Views — Just 5 Minutes from Kailua-Kona
Enjoy your own private entrance, expansive lanai, and sunset dining above lush tropical greenery. Designed for comfort, privacy, and effortless island living.
Your Elevated Island Escape
You’ll have the entire private upper level to yourself — complete with ocean views, cooling tropical breezes, and a spacious covered lanai.
Sleeping Accommodations
• Primary bedroom with a King bed
• Secondary bedroom with a Queen bed
• Twin rollaway for an additional guest
• Pack ’n Play for little travelers
Indoor + Outdoor Dining
Dine inside or relax outside on your private covered lanai (approximately 250 sq. ft.). Both spaces offer a tranquil setting to unwind and enjoy Kona evenings.
Bathroom
One full bathroom with tub and shower, stocked with plush towels and thoughtful essentials including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, sunscreen, and bug spray.
Comfort & Amenities
• Full Kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, garbage disposal, and dishwasher.
• Full apartment air conditioning via mini-split system (you control the temperature)
• Dedicated Washer/Dryer
• Propane BBQ grill
• Large-screen Smart TV in the great room
• Dedicated workspace for remote work
• Snorkeling gear, boogie boards, beach chairs, beach towels, umbrella, cooler and beach wagon available in carport for guest use.
Prime Location
• 5 minutes (2.5 miles) to downtown Kona & beaches
• 5 minutes (2.3 miles) to Safeway & Starbucks
• 10 minutes (5 miles) to Costco
• <15 minutes (8 miles) to Kona International Airport
Work + Retreat
Log in by day at your dedicated workspace.
Unwind by night with golden sunsets from your private lanai.
A serene, upscale escape just minutes from everything Kona has to offer.
Guest access
Guests enjoy exclusive access to the entire upper level of the home, providing privacy and comfort throughout your stay. Access is via a full flight of stairs, which is well-lit at night for easy arrival and departure.
Parking includes two back-to-back spaces located on the left side of the driveway, with one space covered under the carport.
Entry is seamless and contactless via a keyless smart lock. Your personalized access code will be provided prior to arrival for a smooth, self-check-in experience.
Other things to note
There are brief periods of traffic during morning and late afternoon commute times, the sound is not noticeable inside the home. Most of the day and evening are very quiet — the coqui frogs are often the most noticeable sound, especially after rains and when its dark.
Please note that the hosts reside on property. Guests enjoy a private upper-level space and lower, and we kindly ask that everyone observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM to ensure a peaceful stay.
Registration Details
TA-153-635-5328-01