Overview
Welcome to Hale Joli, a private hillside retreat in Kailua-Kona where panoramic ocean views, warm wood architecture, and the natural beauty of the Big Island come together. Set on historic royal lands once belonging to King Lunalilo, this single-level home blends old Hawaii charm with modern comfort, offering a peaceful escape surrounded by tropical gardens, birdsong, and endless blue horizons.
Property Highlights
- Historic setting on former royal grounds with a true sense of place
- Heated infinity pool with panoramic ocean and sunset views
- Private road location with lush botanical surroundings and serene quiet
- Tropical orchard of 30+ fruit trees and a mini Kona coffee farm
- Unique layout with each bedroom accessed via covered outdoor pathways
Welcome to Hale Joli, a private hillside retreat in Kailua-Kona where panoramic ocean views, warm wood architecture, and the natural beauty of the Big Island come together. Set on historic royal lands once belonging to King Lunalilo, this single-level home blends old Hawaii charm with modern comfort, offering a peaceful escape surrounded by tropical gardens, birdsong, and endless blue horizons.
What You’ll Love About Hale Joli
• Historic setting on former royal grounds with a true sense of place
• Heated infinity pool with panoramic ocean and sunset views
• Private road location with lush botanical surroundings and serene quiet
• Tropical orchard of 30+ fruit trees and a mini Kona coffee farm
• Unique layout with each bedroom accessed via covered outdoor pathways
Living & Dining
The great room anchors the home with soaring vaulted ceilings, natural wood finishes, and a full wall of sliding glass doors that invite breezes and sunlight inside. The living area offers comfortable seating for quiet mornings or relaxed evenings, complemented by Smart TV entertainment.
A spacious dining table seats eight for memorable meals shared indoors, while the open layout makes it easy for everyone to connect whether cooking, relaxing, or planning the day’s adventures.
Chef-Ready Kitchen
Designed for effortless cooking, the kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, double ovens, wine fridge, generous prep space, and essentials from blender and kettle to coffee grinder and rice cooker. Enjoy ocean-facing meal prep or step directly out to the lanai for al fresco dining.
Outdoor Oasis
Hale Joli’s outdoor spaces offer the atmosphere of a private resort. The heated infinity pool stretches toward the ocean, framed by a wide sundeck with loungers and shaded seating. An outdoor shower provides a refreshing post-swim rinse, while the barbecue area and firepit create beautiful settings for sunset grilling or stargazing.
Explore the grounds to find tropical plantings, a flourishing orchard, and the beginnings of a mini Kona coffee farm. Mornings here are peaceful, and evenings glow with breathtaking colors across the horizon.
Sleeping Quarters
• Primary Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with tub and shower combo, ocean view, ceiling fan, lanai access
• Guest Bedroom 2: King bed, shared Jack-and-Jill bath with tub and shower combo, ocean view, ceiling fan, lanai access
• Guest Bedroom 3: Two double beds, shared Jack-and-Jill bath, ocean view, ceiling fan, lanai access
• Detached Ohana Suite: King bed, private ensuite bathroom, located in a separate detached guest suite for added privacy
Each room opens to the lanai and is accessed via covered outdoor walkways, enhancing privacy and elevating the indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
Extras
• Washer and dryer
• Beach towels
• Additional bedding
• Smartlock entry
• Free parking
• Laptop-friendly workspace
• Emergency contact information provided
• Suitable for children and elderly
• Single-level home
• Outdoor lighting and safety equipment
• Heated private pool
• Lanai and private yard
Nearby
Short Drive:
• Kailua-Kona town for dining, shopping, and oceanfront strolls
• Kona International Airport
• Local beaches and snorkeling spots
• Golf courses
• Hiking trails
• Museums and cultural attractions
• Spa and wellness centers
Good to Know
• Listing Update Notice (07/1/2026)
Beginning July 1, the property will feature four bedrooms instead of three with the addition of a detached Ohana suite located adjacent to the main home. The Ohana suite will include a king bed, ensuite bathroom, seating area, workspace, and a private outdoor dining area for four. Interior photos will be added to the listing once they become available.
• This property does not have the capability to charge electric vehicles. Guests with electric vehicles will need to plan their own charging arrangements during their stay.
• This property is not equipped with A/C
• Licensed short-term vacation rental
• TA-175-028-7872-01
• TMK: 760100200000
• This property is a licensed short term vacation rental. NUC-19-1678 / STVR-19-364639 / PL-NUCR-2026-003596
Reserve your dates now and experience Hale Joli’s rare blend of Hawaiian heritage, beautiful design, and peaceful oceanview living.
RoomsOccupancy
Ohana Ensuite
Walk in shower
Primary Bedroom
Ensuite Bathroom, Ocean View, No A/C, Ceiling Fan
- King (1)
Guest Bedroom 2
Ensuite Shared Bathroom, Ocean View, No A/C, Ceiling Fan
- King (1)
Guest Bedroom 3
Ensuite Shared Bathroom, Ocean View, No A/C, Ceiling Fan
- Double (2)
Primary Bedroom Ensuite
Ohana
Detached Ohana with King bed, private lanai, work station and ensuite
- King (1)
Guest Bedroom 2 Ensuite
Half Bath
Nearby Activities
- Spa and wellness
- Museums
- Hiking
- Shopping
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Watersports
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Scuba diving or Snorkeling
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Area
- Kitchen Basics
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Coffee Maker
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Dishes Utensils
- Stove
- Toaster
- Oven
- BBQ
- Freezer
- Kettle
- Ice Machine
- Blender
- Rice Cooker
- Coffee Grinder
- Disposal
Amenities
- Essentials
- Shampoo
- Dryer
- Washer
- Hair Dryer
- Linens
- Iron
- Parking space
- Private Entrance
- Smartlock
- Extra Pillows And Blankets
- Wifi/Internet
Emergency
- Emergency Exit Route
- Emergency Medical Contact
- Emergency Police Contact
- Emergency Fire Contact
Cleanliness
- 24Hr Check-In
- Self Check In / Check Out
Safety Features
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- First Aid Kit
- Fire Extinguisher
- Smoke Detector
- Deadbolt Lock
- Outdoor Lighting
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Suitable for Elderly
- Single Level Home
- Long Term Stays Allowed
- Bath Tub
- Hot Water
- Free Parking
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite or Cable TV
- Laptop Friendly
- Smart TV
Internal Amenities
- Beach Towels
- Additional Bedding
- Shipping Items
Outdoor Amenities
- Private yard
- Lanai/Balcony
- Beach Equipment Rentals Available ($)
- Garden
Car
- Car Recommended
Property Manager
- Amanda van Weert
Pool/Spa
- Private Pool
- Heated Pool
- We booked Hale Joli for a family gathering with folks coming from the mainland and Europe. The pre-arrival information and check-in was super-smooth and the property welcomed us with lights and bit of music, making it easy to gain entrance and feeling at home right away.A quick check confirmed that everything was taken care of flawlessly, with absolute precision and attention to detail. Clean rooms, plenty of towels, pool towels, a starter kit, etc.The guidebook tells us that the owners use this property themselves. And we could tell!The kitchen is accommodating to a few people working together and we were so excited about the grill and fresh fruit from the garden (!!!) that we actually ended up doing all of our meals at the property.The property is spacious, so even with us 8 we did not feel cramped at all, we each could recede into our own space inside or out. Location is fantastic. Close enough to town, but far enough to feel secluded and as if in a private resort.We had to get used to the beautiful wildlife songs and noises, but after a few hours they were just a lullaby.Overall it was one of the best stays I had with a VRBO (or any similar site) host and property and would highly recommend it to anyone.Price of course can rarely be judged objectively for anyone else. For us it was good value and we would come back - if they have us!Markus C
- Our stay at Hale Joli was absolutely perfect! This house changed the way we will vacation from here forward. The location is perfect, close to amenities, but quiet and private. Very much a tropical retreat. Understated elegance is a perfect description. Being out on the expanse of lanai is like sitting in the tree tops and the view of the ocean and sunset is amazing. And we can’t say enough about the beautiful infinity pool! The kitchen is stocked very well, and there were plenty of chairs and other beach equipment for our use. The space was perfect for two couples. From the minute we made the reservation to the time of checkout the service we received was fast, responsive, and customer focused. We look forward to returning!Patience C
- We enjoyed our stay at this home. If anyone looking for a place fairly close to beach and shops this is your place.Luis A