Kohala Pocket

Slide back the glass pocket doors and the covered lanai becomes a natural extension of the great room – somewhere to fire up the barbecue and eat out among palms and plumeria while the tropical gardens do their thing. Inside, polished island interiors and two main suites make this villa work equally well for families and groups of grown-ups sharing. Resort passes for up to ten people add resort pools, waterslides, and a saltwater snorkelling lagoon to the mix – and Hapuna Beach, one of Hawaii's finest white-sand stretches, is roughly a twenty-two-minute drive away.

Home truths:
* Due to this home's location, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay. The driveway fits two mid-size vehicles only – if you're arriving with larger cars or more than two vehicles, you'll need to factor in alternative parking at the resort.
* Bedroom four has a double-over-double bunk bed and a single bed.
* If you're travelling with young children, note that the tiled staircase can be slippery – take extra care, as there is no safety gate at the top of the stairs.
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host provides a pack-n-play, high chair, baby monitors, bed safety rails, life jackets, and swim belts for younger children – all included with the home.
* This home includes up to ten resort passes, which includes access to swimming pools, hot tub, fitness centre, and saltwater lagoon.