HONU KAI

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Puna, Hawaii is one of those still " barely discovered" corners of the Big Island. A place which welcomed the children of the 60s and the drop outs and adventuresome of the 80s and 90s. The main town of Pahoa with it's wooden sidewalks and dilapidated store fronts is starting to perk up with new restaurants and shops, but still retaining the air of the sugar cane railroad town it once was. Kapoho which is about a 15 minute drive from Pahoa is the closest swimmer friendly area to the town.

Now imagine leaving Hilo airport and driving only 35 minutes thru sugar cane fields and papaya plantations on roads completely canopied by Albezia trees.  You travel past an extinct volcano covered in a lush tropical rainforest and then arrive in the small community of cottages and vacation homes of Kapoho,Puna in what is called the sunny side of the East Coast of Hawaii. Here sits HONU KAI  (translated from Hawaiian as Sea Turtle and Hula Cove, two of the island's most unique vacation homes.

HONU KAI is a totally remodeled 3 bedroom/ 3 bath house across the narrow street from the famous Kapoho tide pools. The house has 3 large bedrooms and 2 baths on the main floor and an additional full bath as well as a washer/dryer downstairs. A fax machine and computer in an alcove off the kitchen will keep you in touch with the world when the need arises. A jacuzzi in the rear of the house will relax you in the evenings as you try to count the myriad stars and identify the constellations. Ceiling fans cool the house and the sound of the ocean waves will lull you to sleep.

The tide pools directly in front of the house contain an amazing number of species of fish and, of course, sea turtles.  Thanks to the protection from the reef even the novice swimmer has a safe and inviting environment for snorkeling or just floating in crystal clear 80 degree water year round. The Queen's baths, Kahena Beach and the town of Pahoa are all within a 5 to 15 minute drive away.

RATES: 2 people: $175 per night  during off season, January, May, Sept., Oct., Nov. and Dec.;. $215/$235 per night for Christmas,Easter and  New Years and $195.00 for high season  in February, March, April , June, July and  August.  A 10% discount  is extended to stays over 2 weeks only and KAMA'AINA guests with a local Hawaiian island address.

Honu Kai accomodates up to 6 people: $10.00 extra per person per night for any parties over 2.   A 3 night minimum rental is required in season unless approved for a shorter stay at the time of the reservation.State & Local taxes are approx. 11.42% .

A one time charge for cleaning of $95.00  will be charged unless the house cleaning requires additional time by the cleaning staff.  Then an additional charge of $20 per hour will be collected from your deposit.

A $300 security deposit is required prior to check in.

Check in time is 3:00 p.m. and check out  time is 11a.m.*

*Please request earlier or later check in or check out times prior to arrival. We will do our best to accomodate your needs. 

Check out our online availability calender.

After checking our online availability calender please contact us at natador@aol.com for your reservation request. Please indicate how many people will be staying at Honu Kai, arrival and departure dates your  e mail, phone number  and address for contacting you. Within 24 hours you will receive your confirmation. You may pay by credit card such as AMEX,VISA or MC or check * . A 1 night's deposit is due within 7 days after confirmation. Full payment is due 60 days prior to arrival. A one night's stay will be forfeited for cancellations within 60 days of arrival. Within 30 days of arrival no refund will be given unless the house is re-rented for the same time period.

This house is licensed by the state of Hawaii

Recent Guest Comments:

"Great place, loved the house and the garden. The tidepools were the main reason we chose to stay here and we were NOT disappointed. Saw turtles everyday."  the Wilsons. AK.

" The house was wonderful. Everything was here. The view is spectacular along with the tidepools. " D. Peters

"We love your house. It actually feels like a home so let's call it that." J. Cooper

"What a lovely home and thank you so much for sharing it. We will miss the cute gecko!" J. Zukoslix

"The house and location far exceeded our expectations. We have had a spectacular time and the snorkeling was the best we have ever done. A fabulous place and we definitely hope to return." Goth family, Canada

' We had an absolute blast! What a fantastic home - fully stocked with everything we could have even thought about needing!  Totally worth it and we're trying to figure out when we can come back!"  Michelle W.

"...your home was exactly what we needed -especially the hot tub after hiking to the lava flow and back.  Erin S.

" The family loved the house and Kapoho tidepools. The 6 year old spent all day in the tidepools. Our next trip will be spent with more time in Kapoho at Honu Kai and less time in Kona and Kohala. Also the weather was perfect. " Tim A.

" We very much appreciated the house and all amenities. We will stay  here again." Greg W. 

Please indicate any special needs you may have while enjoying our beautiful island and vacation home.  Mahalo!

Hula Cove is our newest home in Kapoho. It is situated on a hidden cove at the very end of the famous tidepools. The house is literally within feet of the water's edge. The house is a 1972 Hawaiian beach house with a large studio living room /bedroom, bathroom with shower and galley kitchen. A queen size bed and futon accomodate the house's guests. The house has a fully stocked kitchen as well as dsl for portable computers and a flat screen dish tv. The house is perfect for couples who wish to be as close as possible to the tidepools and admire the vintage feeling  of a 70s Hawaiian beach house. It can be booked in conjunction with the larger Honu Kai across the street for families with more than 6 people. It also serves as your own private entrance into the tidal pools when booked in conjunction with Honu Kai.

Rates for 2 people are from $159 to $189 per night depending on season. A 10% discount will be extended to guests staying longer than 2 weeks and KAMA'AINA  residents.

Low season is May,  September, October, November  to the 21st and December to the 21st,  and January

Holiday rates are during Christmas, New Years, Thanksgiving and Merrie Monarch festival.

Taxes are: 11.42%

Cleaning fee is $75.00

A security deposit of $300 is required prior to check in.

Check in time is 3:00 pm and check out is 11:00am

Check out our online availability calendar.

Reservations can be made by contacting us at natador@aol.com

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE USAGE OF ANY OF THE HOMES ' BICYCLES OR WATER EQUIPMENT eg SNORKELS, MASK AND FLIPPERS IS DONE AYOR AND WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURIES SUSTAINED. BOTH HOUSES ARE NON SMOKING.