Life in Kona

Perched on a hillside along the Kona Coast, this home delivers the kind of slow Hawaiian days that you came here for. Palm trees frame unbroken Pacific views from your covered terrace – a natural spot for alfresco dinners as the horizon catches the last of the light. Come dusk, the shared pool and hot tub earn their keep. Kahaluu Beach is less than a mile away, and when hunger calls, the on-site Sunset Terrace serves American and Hawaiian plates daily – so you can move at your own pace without going far.

Home truths:
* Your host operates several homes here, so the exact view, layout and furnishings might differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same.
* At full occupancy, two guests will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area.
* You'll have access to the on-site swimming pools, hot tub, gym, sports courts, playground, and barbecue area here. They're shared with the resort's other residents.
* Some shared facilities – including the fitness centre and playground – operate on a sign-up sheet and are limited to one group at a time, so they may not always be available on demand.
* The lead guest must be at least 21 years old.