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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

About this property

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

Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove

Welcome to Mermaid Cove by Gather, a vibrant oceanfront estate designed with families in mind. Nestled within a gated community just minutes from Kailua-Kona town, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom retreat sleeps up to fourteen guests and offers direct beach access, a private heated pool with a swim-up bar, and countless kid-friendly amenities—all against the backdrop of stunning Pacific Ocean views.

What We Love About Mermaid Cove by Gather:
• Beachfront Bliss – Steps from a gentle, shallow-water beach ideal for kids
• Private HEATED Pool and Spa – Complete with swim-up bar, Jacuzzi, and heated outdoor shower
• Kid-Ready Amenities – Cribs, pack ‘n plays, beach toys, and more included
• Spacious Bedrooms – Four bedrooms + dedicated kids’ space and home theater
• Multigenerational Layout – Ideal for extended families or larger groups
• Sunset-Perfect Lanai – Outdoor BBQ kitchen, alfresco dining, and loungers
• Prime Kona Location – Near shops, dining, cultural sites, and family attractions

Interior Overview
Mermaid Cove's bright and expansive open-concept layout is designed for relaxed living and effortless entertaining. The spacious living area invites connection with plush sofas, a large Smart TV, and direct access to the oceanview lanai. The gourmet kitchen features Bosch appliances, ample counter space, and a breakfast nook with panoramic coastal views. Slide open the pocket doors to let in the breeze and extend your gathering onto the fully furnished lanai with outdoor dining and lounge areas.

Bedroom and Bathroom Configurations
The top-floor primary suite features a king bed, private ocean-view balcony, and spa-style ensuite with a clawfoot tub, double steam shower, and dual vanities. An adjacent kids’ area offers a bunk bed with trundle, toys, and dress-up costumes, providing a whimsical hideaway. Two additional guest bedrooms on the second floor offer plush bedding, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. A fourth bedroom on the ground level is ideal for grandparents or teens, offering privacy and easy access to common spaces. A state-of-the-art home theater room with an 80” Smart TV, Blu-ray library, and books completes this home's family-friendly appeal.

Outdoor Experience
Step directly onto the sand or enjoy endless fun in your private pool, complete with a swim-up bar and Jacuzzi. Watch for turtles or enjoy sunset dinners from the oceanfront lanai, outfitted with a BBQ kitchen and cozy loungers. After a beach day, rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax in one of the many shaded seating areas surrounded by lush tropical landscaping.

Included Gear and Extras
• Cribs, pack ‘n play, high chairs
• Beach gear: toys, towels, chairs, umbrellas
• Home theater & family library
• Fast Wi-Fi, Smart TVs & remote workspace
• Washer/dryer & two-car garage

Nearby Family-Friendly Attractions
• Magic Sands & Kahaluʻu Beach Park – Snorkeling and sand play
• Kailua Pier – Boat tours, dolphin swims, and shave ice stands
• Farmers Market & Historic Sites – Local crafts, Hulihe‘e Palace, and Mokuaikaua Church
• Volcanoes National Park & Mauna Kea – Day trips packed with wonder

Good to Know
• Sleeps up to 14 guests comfortably
• Gated community with 24-hour security
• A/C in all bedrooms and media room
• Short drive to Kona International Airport and downtown Kailua-Kona

Mermaid Cove by Gather is where cherished family memories are made. With kid-safe beach access, luxury comforts, and space to spread out and reconnect, this is your home base for the ultimate Big Island family getaway.

Book your stay today—Mermaid Cove fills fast!

Licensed Short-Term Vacation Rental
STVR-19-364080 / PL-NUCR-2024-002717
Hawaii Tax ID: TA 085-6500224-01
TMK: 750050180000

Property manager

Gather Vacations

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • 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: 4,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 750050180000, TA-085-650-0224-01, GE-085-650-0224-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
381046

About the neighborhood

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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Keiki Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kona Brewing Company - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Hopper Kona - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kona Brewing Co & Brewpub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scandinavian Shave Ice - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kona Wave Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove located?

Nestled on the beach, this Historic Kailua Village vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area and Kailua Pier. Keiki Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches are just steps away.

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Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Great property with unbelievable views and location. Great for groups that want to spend lots of time playing games and cooking together. Was hard to go out when we could stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We had the best time during our stay! The views were amazing. The location couldn’t be beat. The house had everything we could want. It was such a great place to enjoy time with the family. The house is so thoughtful and had everything we could possibly need. Mahalo for such an amazing time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This home is beautiful! It had exceeded all our expectations. - from the ornate and attention to details in the house, to the beautiful beach just outside the gate. Perfect place for our grandkids, who enjoyed the pool and beach daily. I highly recommend this home, you will not be disappointed. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Beautiful vacation home in a private neighborhood. Eight of us were very comfortable and the amenities suited all of our needs. The location and view were a dream. Stores and shopping within 5-10 mins. The management company was prompt and helpful. We all had a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Fabulous time with the family at this home right on the beach. Amenities were plentiful and kitchen was well equipped for us to cook most meals at home. Enjoyed the pool and many seating options as well
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Great location, beautiful beach, wonderful ocean lagoon, and ample room and supplies for a relaxing vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

All the amenities you could ask for, centrally located, and the ultimate snorkel spot right outside your back gate! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

This house is absolutely beautiful and so well stocked. It was the perfect place to vacation for a large extended family and extremely kid friendly. We hope to come back someday!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10

Expansive and family friendly property. Lots of communication and direction. Only issues were 10am check out, some dust on fans (beware the dust allergy sensitive types) and termites, and cushions in need of replacement. Generally, a very good stay. Beach front perfection with crashing waves, and good views. Kona!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10

All the boxes were checked for our time in Kona, everything in the house was so well thought out and very organized. Didn’t have any luck with the sound system, but zero complaints about anything else.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

This property was spacious, comfortable and had a fantastic location. Total Hawaii vibe. Private and right on a beautiful small public (yet not too crowded) beach and just 5 minutes from everything in Kona. Our best family vacation yet.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

This house was absolutely perfect. We had the best time with our family and friends. I was looking for a house on the beach where we could feel the breeze and listen to the waves crashing on the shore and it didn't disappoint. The beautiful house is situated on the best part of Keiki Beach with nothing short of a phenomenal view. It was very comfortable, clean and tidy. Everything was meticulously labelled and easily to use. The downstairs lanai with pool and hot tub was a favorite hangout for the kids and adults alike although the upstairs lanai was also very lovely. There were tons of pool and beach toys available to use as well as plenty of games and fun dress up outfits the kids loved. You can tell the owners put a lot of effort into making it family friendly. This was a top-notch place to stay, and we would do it again in an instant.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

What a great place. Lives up to the listing and then some. Worked great wit our family of 12. Grandkids and parents had a blast. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

The house sits on an amazing small private beach that has a protected reef. The kids enjoyed snorkeling all day and as parents we really didn’t have to worry about waves, etc. The house has plenty of rooms and space for a large family. Also, the house has more the of small niceties such as utensils, spices, plates, etc… than numerous other vacation rentals we have stayed at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Our stay was amazing! The house lives up to the photos. Our younger children loved in the pool, while the teenagers enjoyed the beach right out front. We enjoyed coffee on the balcony watching the waves crash, fish as well as a sea turtle in the tide pool, humpback wales breaching and cocktails with the sunset at night. There was plenty of space for our family of 11. The house was well stocked and had everything we needed. Thank you for a wonderful vacation! 🌺
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

The house was as advertised and fit out family of 8 adults and 6 grandkids vey well. The pool was amazing and the beach was pretty cool too. My only complaint is the BBQ is hard to light despite changing the starter battery. When it did light there was a big Whoosh.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We walked in and could not believe the view. The location could not be better. We were within walking distance to Kona. And the house was huge and had plenty of room for all 10 of us. We will be back. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and beachfront property with us!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 2nd time staying at the house. Very hot this summer and not all of the fans are working. One ceiling fan turns backwards and 2 of the standing fans (white) do not work. Other than that...great vacation.

10/10

This home was incredible. I would love to come here every year. They have every single thing you could need, from floaties, water shoes, toys for kids (like I'm talking insane numbers of things, including dress up, legos, new sea creature & mermaid stuffed animals, books, etc.). The location was so wonderful that we didn't really need to leave all that much, as the tide pools had a lot for us to see and explore and we were very close to food (~5 minutes for all the best restaurants). The pool had great shade for the little ones so it wasn't your typical situation of having to get the kids out of the sun for a few hours on vacation. I do think the outside patio chairs need a good cleaning or replacing, however, though this is a minor point. A much more major point of sadness is we only had 6 days here. TRUE REMORSE. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had such a wonderful time at Kona Bay Bliss. This is our second time staying here and we decided this year, we’re coming back every year. The new owners added some really nice personal touches. The kids room was filled with mermaids and flip sequence pillows. My six year old daughter was in heaven. We spent mornings tide looking and sipping coffe on the Landis with George pics and endless views. Walking distance to town and across the street was a huge field and awesome park/playground. We had a one year old with us as well and even though there are stairs, she was safe with the baby gates that were provided. Can’t wait to come back!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This beautiful home is absolutely gorgeous, directly on a great snorkeling beach and stocked with everything you need! We loved the week. Some appliances not working (ice maker, oven, pool lights and spa heater). Several calls to management and one pool light was restored with the spa heater. One thing to understand: there is one gorgeous Master Suite encompassing the entire top floor, and three very small bedrooms in the back on the main floor and basement level. While these bedrooms are nice, if you are traveling with peers, it's not possible assign rooms equitably.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Kona Bay Bliss is a beautiful house, richly appointed, and fully stocked. It has a lovely ocean view and direct access to a small beach and swimming area. A terrific house in the wrong location. It is quite warm, low airflow, and the fans do not really cool the rooms. Further, the location is such that there is really no where to walk along the ocean or neighborhood; it is in a gated community just outside of a business industrial section of Kona. There are also, more than your average share of inside insects including mosquitoes and roaches.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

10/10

OMG!!! Such an amazing home. Had it been for sale, I would have purchased it and my kids would be coming there to visit me! This home had absolutely EVERYTHING and ANYTHING you could imagine. Only problem we had was, it was so beautiful, nobody wanted to leave it to go explore! We traveled a long way from West Virginia to stay in the pool! We did go whale watching…shouldn’t have…we saw so many more just watching from the lanai! So many wonderful memories made there. My 4 year old granddaughter cried when we left and asks daily when we are going back to “our” Hawaii house. That’s how much it felt like home to us. We tried for fun to think of something they didn’t have there for their guests…the only thing we could come up with was parkas for our trip up Mauna Kea! This company could give lessons on how to set up a rental home…I can’t imagine anyone doing it better. So grateful for our time spent there.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

We spent a week in Mermaid Cove and leaving was so hard! The views out every back window/door are just jaw dropping. The waves sound like they’re in the house, and the sliding doors that open the living room up to the lanai make it seem as if you’re on the beach at all times. Being able to walk out the back door and take a few steps to reach the beach and Keiki Ponds absolutely MADE our vacation. Easily the best place to stay in Kona! Pros: *LOCATION!!!! The protected cove out back is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, even boogie boarding. We saw a sea turtle, many fish, and a moray eel. *Well equipped kitchen *Air conditioning in the bedrooms and relaxation spaces (unnecessary in the living room and kitchen with the breeze off the ocean) *Pool is private and the rental has tons of pool and beach gear available *Close to town but felt very private and protected due to it being in a gated community *Fun spaces and plenty of toys and such for young children (not part of our group but would have been awesome with little ones) Cons: *No powder room/guest bathroom which made it a bit challenging while hanging out on main floor; all bathrooms are only accessible through the associated bedrooms *On high tide days (we had several during our trip), the sea water/beach sand floods the entire backyard, rendering the patio and pool completely unusable (although management had someone out the next day to clean out the sand from the pool) *Master bathroom shower has an unfrosted window with no covering that looks directly into the neighbor’s house and pool area This house was the ideal setting for our family vacation and we could not have been happier with the proximity to the ocean. Our son even proposed to his girlfriend just a ways down the beach! We already miss going to sleep to the sound of the waves crashing on the lava rocks and waking up to the incredible view. Wonderful memories we will always treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10

We came in July which is naturally hot and humid. So, this open style home is just that! Thankfully, the bedrooms were air conditioned with the exception of one room and that air conditioner was waiting for a part. With that said, the view was spectacular! The tide pool made a perfect place to swim and hangout on gorgeously soft sand. The interior of the house was whimsically decorated with a mermaid theme. If you have kids....this is a perfect place to stay! They had costumes for kids, swimming wraps for adults, every floatation device including wet socks for the ocean. My husband and boys loved sitting on the veranda facing the ocean. We all enjoyed making meals and sitting down together for dinner or breakfast. The washer and dryer was really quite nice and clean, no musty smell. They did have a couple of unavoidable incidents to the house. One incident was a swell came and I guess washed sand and 4 inches of water into the bottom part of the patio/swimming area and the bottom guest room. Although the room and bathroom were very clean, it still strongly smelled musty enough that no one wanted to sleep there. The small library type room also had a strong smell to it but we didn't use that room. The other incident was the air conditioner was not working in one of the main floor bedrooms. They did come to fix it later in the week as our trip was coming to an end. My biggest surprise was that no notification was given to us that the repair people would be there and would have full access to the house. I happened to come back to the house by myself and found the repairman in the house. He was very nice but it put him also at a disadvantage. I called Nick, the manager, and he was also unaware the repairman would be there. This happened twice as the pool cleaners also came without our knowledge. It is a gated community with surveillance cameras for after hours however, the beach is still a public beach. Some days we left the big sliding glass doors open and other days we closed them. They have a great baseball field and soccer field behind the community. It was a nice and homey feeling; not touristy at all. Overall, we truly had the best time in this gorgeous house. Some minor issues could easily be resolved. My husband definitely said he would like to come back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019