Kailua Kona Vacation Rental house

The Onion House 'The Sydney Opera House Meets Stonehenge'

Description House,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities near the ocean, town, garden, terrace, TV, DVD
Rates per property (USD)
$300 - $450/night 
$1,995 - $3,000/week 
Beth McCormick
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Kailua Kona vacation house rental 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6

The Onion House, 'The Sydney Opera House meets Stonehedge.' The Onion House has been selected by the Travel Channel ('Girl Meets Hawaii- Best Deals, Best Values' and 'Amazing Vacation Homes') The Learning Channel ('Wild Houses') and the Fine Living Channel ('Around the World in 80 Homes') With stunning visual aesthetics, this artist's home makes an ideal creative/ healing retreat. Sensuous surroundings afford privacy in which to enjoy the 70' pool, gardens, and lily ponds. The terrace faces the sunsets and provides the ideal setting for candlelight dinners. Five minutes from town or beach, yet worlds away. The detached master suite features a private walled meditation garden. Private 70' Swimming pool, fireplaces, fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, linens included, dishwasher, telephone, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker, dishes/utensils provided, cable TV, VCR, stereo, CD and DVD player. Extras: Lily ponds, gardens, terrace overlooking ocean, detached master suite.
Kailua Kona house rental - Main structure view from detached master suite

Main structure view from detached master suite

Kailua Kona house rental - The Onion House glows from within at dusk

The Onion House glows from within at dusk

Kailua Kona house rental - Turquoise of the pool mirrors the ocean's horizon

Turquoise of the pool mirrors the ocean's horizon

Kailua Kona house rental - Master bedroom

Master bedroom

Kailua Kona house rental - Mosaic table in the living room

Mosaic table in the living room

Kailua Kona house rental - Two domes nestle around a 70 ft pool

Two domes nestle around a 70 ft pool

Kailua Kona house rental - Kitchen towards outside sink

Kitchen towards outside sink

Kailua Kona house rental - Living room steps

Living room steps

Kailua Kona house rental - Water lilies

Water lilies

Kailua Kona house rental - Terrace table setting

Terrace table setting

Kailua Kona house rental - Master bedroom view to ocean

Master bedroom view to ocean

Kailua Kona house rental - Sunset

Sunset

Location: Big Island Hawaii < Hawaii < USA

Nearest Airport: KOA- Keahole-Kona Airport at 10 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 3.0 Miles
Car: necessary
A mini-continent offering a taste of almost every climate on the planet, the Big Island of Hawaii is known for fountaining volcanoes, emerald cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and year-round sunny, warm beaches. Some of the best telescopes in the world are located on the snowy peak of Mauna Loa, while the reefs offer snorkeling, diving, whale-watching, and surfing in abundance. One of the most famous places in the world for swimming with wild dolphins, Kealakekua Bay and the City of Refuge offer a delightful introduction to the underwater realm.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Dates Rates
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Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
Oct 1, 2009 - Dec 14, 2009 $2,850 $425 - - - - 4 Nights
Dec 15, 2009 - Apr 30, 2010 $3,000 $450 - - - - 4 Nights
May 1, 2010 - Jun 19, 2010 $2,850 $425 - - - - 4 Nights
Jun 20, 2010 - Aug 31, 2010 $1,995 $300 - - - - 4 Nights
Sep 1, 2010 - Sep 30, 2010 $2,350 $350 - - - - 4 Nights
Oct 1, 2010 - Dec 14, 2010 $2,850 $425 - - - - 4 Nights

Additional information about rental rates

  • $300-450/night, $1995-3000/week
  • $300/day; $1995 week June 20-August 31
    $350/day; $2350 week - September
    $425/day; $2850 week - May 1-June 19 and Oct 1-Dec 14
    $450/day; $3000 week - Dec 15-April 30
    Christmas to New Years $600/day; $4000 week
    Additional charges include the tax of 13.42% and cleaning fee of $350, plus a refundable security deposit of $500

Fees

Tax Rate:
13.42%
Cleaning:
$350

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Property Type:
  • house

Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • town

Theme:
  • romantic
  • adventure

General:
  • laundry soap
  • restaurant dining guide
  • paper towels
  • security system
  • toilet paper
  • safe
  • towels provided
  • filtered water
  • hair dryer
  • local maps
  • telephone
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • washing machine
  • coffee maker
  • spices
  • cooking utensils
  • refrigerator
  • clothes dryer
  • blender
  • stove top burners
  • dish washer
  • oven
  • coffee grinder
  • microwave

Living Room:
  • fireplace

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Master Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Main Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Outside -

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Master Bedroom - 1 King, Detached master suite has meditation garden
    Lilypond Bedroom - 1 Double, 2 smaller bedrooms share a bath between
    Mauka Bedroom - 1 Double
Entertainment:
  • VCR
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • TV
  • DVD

Outside:
  • parking
  • outdoor grill gas
  • porch/lanai
  • garden
  • terrace
  • 6 garden chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only

Local Activities:
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • golf
  • horseback riding
  • roller blading
  • sailing
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • surfing
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach chairs
  • beach towels
  • cooler small

Attractions:
  • bay/sound
  • eco tourism
  • marina
  • museums
  • pond
  • rain forests
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries

Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • deepsea fishing
  • hiking
  • hunting small game
  • jet skiing
  • luaus
  • mountain climbing
  • pier fishing
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling
  • sound/bay fishing
  • spelunking
  • surf fishing
  • whale watching

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • reefs
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • volcano
  • waterfalls

Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Notes: You enter the detached master suite through a covered walkway traversing between the fragrant lily pond and the 70 foot swimming pool, overlooking the coastline. This is an excellent place to view the sunset, practice yoga, or slip into the water.

Further details for this vacation house rental in Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Guestbook:: Beth, Beth, how can we ever say thank you enough for the beautiful experience at the Onion House? Joe and I and my mother had the most relaxing and enjoyable time. I cannot think of anything that was missing. We did manage to get to a beach so Mom could put her feet in the ocean and one day we drove to Waimea so she could see the lava flows, We also managed to get to a coffee plantation. Other than that, the privacy and peacefulness at the house was the high point of the trip. The geckos, birds, flowers, fruits and plants along with the sound of water in the pool made for a paradise. We slept great, got up at dawn and just watched the place come alive. I cannot imagine ever going to a hotel again. Thank you again for being a part of this gift for my mom. Dawn

Hi Beth, Peter and I had a great time at the Onion House. It did so much for us as a couple and as hard working people. We have come back to Sonoma with new energy and vision as to how to enjoy life fully. We did alot of exploring this time on the big Island. We went out past Havi to the trail head that goes forever. We hiked down two mountains through two rivers and found bamboo forests and Jurassic Palms. We also went horse back riding near Waimea and had so much fun with the people and horses, it reminded me of being a child with my friends. We found a beautiful beach just north of the airport where we hiked along the lava flow and found fresh water spring fed pools in the lava to swim in after the ocean. We felt like Adam and Eve. The house was such a magical place to end our day and watch the sun go down. We loved swimming au natural in the pool and playing kids games. Thank you and your family and your Aunt's vision for creating a haven on earth. Namaste, Michele & Peter

Dear Beth, 26 days in Hawaii and the Onion House was definitely one of the highlights of our trip! Thank you for letting us experience the Onion House for those two days. My family never stopped grinning from ear to ear the entire time they were staying there. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about your Aunt and the history of the house. I have been sharing the story and pictures of the house with my friends and neighbors. Your Aunt is a character I won't soon forget. The overwhelming feeling I had while staying there was one of thankfulness that you restored the house and then let others experience it's unique charm. Thank you, Beth, for everything. Cindy Koziarz

Other Activities: Swimming with wild dolphins, turtles, mantas. Exploring Hawaiian Sacred Sites

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Reviews for this vacation house rental in Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Rating
5 out of 5

I wish I could live there

marguerite San Francisco, CA
Review Submitted: February 18, 2007 Date of Stay: January 2007
This place was amazing. Very peaceful, and very beautiful. If you have the chance, stay at the Onion House. My boyfriends father took seven of us around new years, there was plenty of room. I can't think of one thing that turned me off about this house. There are almost no real walls, its all beautiful stained glass and secure screens that seperate indoor from outdoor. Inside of course there are walls, it's private. My favorite thing, making breakfast in the morning and eating outside on the patio next to the pool. Having coffee and playing with the geckos, (they love scrambled eggs!). If you're going take me with you! To the owner: Thanking you for sharing such a great and special place! I'll remember it forever!
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