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Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala -

Apartment in Kamuela with kitchen and patio

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Located in the heart of Kohala Mountains, Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch offers a serene retreat amidst 4000 acres of lush rainforest and working ranch. Breathe in crisp air, unwind on the sun deck with pasture and mountain views or explore nearby Waimea town's dining and art galleries. With modern comforts like Amazon Fire TV, blazing fast internet, a fully stocked kitchen and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala -

Aloha! The Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch is located in the Kohala Mountains on the stunning, privately owned, 4000 acre Kahua Ranch. We are a working ranch with sheep, cattle and horses and one adorable pig. Breathe in some of the world's freshest, crisp, clean air that travels 2500 miles across the ocean and is filtered down through our lush rain forest.

Conveniently located between the beautiful ranching town of Waimea (Kamuela) and historic Hawi town with it's dining, gift shops, art galleries, and coffee house; the views from the Ranch grounds are unparalleled!

Perfect for vacation/family getaways, or just local holo holo ( go on adventures); the Hale has 2 bedrooms, a queen master suite with it's own flat screen TV and a second surf themed bedroom with a pilowtop full size bed, both have spacious closets. A pillowtop punee' (twin size) located in the living room sleeps a fifth person if needed. The Hale has one full bathroom, a completely stocked kitchen which includes a jumbo microwave, countertop oven, full stove, dishwasher and refrigerator. Soft, organic cotton sheets, plush bedding and ample towels are provided. Amazon Fire TV, on the flat screen and blazing fast Internet is provided. There are dedicated laundry facilities (washer and dryer) within the Ohana with detergent.
A new sun deck with a new BBQ grill fronts the Hale under the pines with PASTURE AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS.

The Ohana Hale is new carriage house construction with all the modern conveniences, located just adjacent to the Ranch Retreat at Kahua.
This Ohana was built for friends and family and there are no full ocean views from within the house or the price would reflect this! Guests are able to stroll on property to unparalleled views steps away for stargazing and inspiration. We have been able to keep our prices affordable for return and long term guests year after year :)

The best of the Big Island’s beaches (Hapuna, Mauna Kea) are a short 20-30 (depending on traffic) minutes drive South- and a cooler, chairs boogie boards and large beach towels are also provided for fun in the sun. Snorkling, diving and swimming in Hawaii’s crystal clear waters are a short drive to the Kohala Coast as well as other water activities are available at Kawaihae Harbor (20 min drive).
If hiking and strolling is your preference, the black sand beach at Pololu Valley is 30 minutes away, through the town of Hawi as well as many other neighboring trails.
Waimea has three Farmer’s Markets that take place throughout the week and weekend, and Hawi has the Kohala’s Farmers Market, perfect for the Farm to Table experience with Hawaii’s local produce.
Horseback Riding and a fantastic BBQ Ranch dinner are also available at Kahua Ranch — discounts available at the stable when booking in advance and staying at the Ohana Hale.
E Komo Mai!
Come experience a rare opportunity, unique to the Big Island of Hawaii!

Need more room ? We also have our beautiful Nana Aina 2 bedroom cottage available.
GE 122-300-4160-01
TAT 122-300-4160-01

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the used sheets in the bedrooms and the used towels on the floor in the bathroom :)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Unfortunately, absolutely no guests or members of the wedding party of any weddings on property. No exceptions.
Local guests must be registered.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: beach toys and baby gates as well as pack in play

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 TA-122-300-4160-01, GE-122-300-4160-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Apartment
Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala

About the area

Located in Kamuela, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Anna Ranch Heritage Center and Big Island Eco Adventures 2 are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Pua Mau Place Arboretum - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2 - 22 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 28 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 31 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kahua Ranch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kohala Diner - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala - pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala -?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala -?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala -?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala - located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 12 miles (20 km) of Rutgers Tennis Center, Anna Ranch Heritage Center and Anna Ranch Heritage Center. Big Island Eco Adventures 2 and Kahilu Theatre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala - Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 285 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terri and Tim were awesome. Great place to enjoy the country and views
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

We stayed for two nights with our three kids and absolutely loved this ranch property! The scenery is stunning and the owner is wonderful! Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Stay

We really enjoyed our short 2-night stay at the ranch. Terri was super communicative and available for any issues we had. The ranch grounds were beautiful and we enjoyed some evening stargazing while we were there. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Kohala

Beautiful ranch in a great location. Had a lovely stay and would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Place

Gorgeous surroundings, brilliant stars, rainbows, lush green hills, peaceful, lovely interior, well supplied, comfotable beds, friendly and helpful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible views

Clean amd comfortable place with gorgeous scenic walks and beautiful ranch animals- definitely want to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Experience and Great Value

This mountain ranch unit was a special experience. Great place to get away and relax yet only about 20 minutes from other activities we wanted to do. Close to Waimea and coastline on west side of island. Great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special

Unique opportunity for tranquil ranch experience. Wonderful hosts and comfortable guest house accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jona Mae R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Property is quiet, clean, and well stocked. Location worked well for us and can walk in the ranch to see beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, amazing experience

We had an incredible time visiting with all of the animals and watching the amazing sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mililani H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoying the Country Life

Our group of poets had a fabulous stay at the 'Ohana Hale in Kohala. The guest house had ample room for the all of us. The place was clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen had the supplies we needed for our stay. The host, Terri was very helpful and easy to communicate with. Great stay. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luann J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

loved this peaceful gem!

Absolutely beautiful views and so many animals! Super quiet, peaceful, and immaculate. Only got to stay for one night but loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem!

A ranch amongst the clouds with most spectacular dawn and sunsets. Take some time to walk on the road and say good morning to the horses, cows and sheep. Playful birds and a musical breeze through the pine trees. Itʻs an oasis.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, serene, magical stay

We absolutely love staying at the ranch. Terri and Tim are lovely hosts and I have never slept so well in my life. It is so peaceful and quiet and dark at night. You can walk about three minutes away to see incredible sunsets and vistas. It’s worth the beautiful extra drive versus staying closer in
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing home away

We love so much staying here. Kids were so exited to see many animals arround. Perfect place to cool down after hot beach days. Very safe, quite locations with perfect views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic secluded property

The house is spacious and contains plenty of amenities. The property manager was exactly the right level of friendly and helpful, but not overbearing or intrusive. The ranch where the house is located is expansive, and if we had a longer stay we surely would have explored more of it. Fantastic property, fantastic property manager, and fantastic experience overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful ranch

The clean air, beautiful rolling hills and start gazing made our stay here spectacular. Very relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to heaven

High in the Kohala Mountains, with a landscape out of a Hayao Miyazaki film, is the Kahuā Ranch guest house. The wind whips over the mountains, thru the enormous pine trees, past a herd of horses, and towards the perfect sunsets of Kona. The accommodations are just as the owners described
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of paradise

I absolutely loved our stay! The house is lovely and the owners are super friendly. The ranch is amazing and the house is a perfect place to unwind after a long day at the beach. The views around the ranch are spectacular and the sunsets are to die for! I look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Challis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable Stay at a Breathtaking Hawaiian Ranch

Had an amazing time at this Hawaii ranch VRBO stay! The views were breathtaking, with visibility of other islands from the property and unparalleled stargazing. The hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful, enriching our experience with the ranch’s fascinating history and maintaining the estate beautifully.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome.

Clean, homey, and quiet. Loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful rental.

This is the best rental we have ever experienced. Everything about it was perfect. The location is incredible. The views were amazing. I can wholeheartedly recommend this unit to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bucolic Slice of Heaven!

The beautiful scenery and lovely apartment were perfect for us! Terri was very responsive to all our needs and the setup was ideal for us. Very convenient for accessing attractions on both sides of the island. Restful atmosphere.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking View!

Communication with the host was easy. She sent clear instructions. Check in was a breeze. The place was spotless. The kitchen was well appointed. The view was everything! The sunsets seem to last for hours. It’s a short drive to Waimea town and Hāpuna Beach, which are our favorites. I only wish we had more time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Property

This was a perfect ending to our stay on the BI. We did a horseback ride with Na'alapa and the sunset BBQ which is on the same beautiful property. The house was very large and had everything you could ever need for ourl stay. The host was very accommodating and super helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024