Captain Cook Vacation Rental cottage

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Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage
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Description Cottage,
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3, 1 Bathroom
Amenities near the ocean, rural, garden, internet access, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property (USD)
$175 - $210/night 
$1,100 - $1,350/week 
$3,200 - $3,600/month 
Owner
+1 808-328-9607
+1 800-527-7789
Speaks: English
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Photos and Description of the Captain Cook vacation cottage rental 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 3

Tara Cottage is a handcrafted redwood and cedar octagon on secluded and beautifully landscaped property in Kona coffee country, overlooking Kealakekua Bay and the South Kona coastline. Kealakekua Bay, with its unparalleled fine swimming, snorkeling and kayaking, and Pu'uhonua O Honaunau (the Place of Refuge National Park) are both less than 10 minutes away. The cottage features a 300 sq. ft octagonal main room with a 15 ft apex and skylight. Furnishings include a raised platform bed, Art Deco armoire, writing desk and a sitting area with an enclosed cabinet for cable TV and DVD. There is a fine stereo system with both a CD player and iPod dock and high speed wireless internet. Tara Cottage is beautifully appointed with original artwork, fine furniture and Indonesian wood carvings and fabrics.
Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage

Tara Cottage
Captain Cook cottage rental - Bi-level lanai with lower sun deck

Bi-level lanai with lower sun deck
Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage grounds

Tara Cottage grounds
Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage grounds - Owner's cottage to the left

Tara Cottage grounds - Owner's cottage to the left
Captain Cook cottage rental - Cottage Grounds and View of Kealakekua Bay

Cottage Grounds and View of Kealakekua Bay
Captain Cook cottage rental - Octagonal Great Room - cathedral ceiling

Octagonal Great Room - cathedral ceiling
Captain Cook cottage rental - Kitchen/dining areas with Bay and coastline views

Kitchen/dining areas with Bay and coastline views
Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage dining area

Tara Cottage dining area
Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage Kitchen

Tara Cottage Kitchen
Captain Cook cottage rental - Tara Cottage desk area with WiFi

Tara Cottage desk area with WiFi
Captain Cook cottage rental - Entrance to alcove with twin bed

Entrance to alcove with twin bed
Captain Cook cottage rental - Alcove room with twin bed

Alcove room with twin bed

Location: Big Island Hawaii < Hawaii < USA

Three lovely beaches are within a 15 minute drive. Tara Cottage is within minutes of restaurants, health food stores, produce markets, shops and theater in the villages of Captain Cook, Kealakekua and Kainaliu. The bustling resort town of Kailua-Kona, with its array of fine options for dining, shopping and entertainment, is 30 minutes drive north. On the oceanside of the cottage is a bi-level lanai with superb unobstructed views of Kealakekua Bay and the coastline. The spacious lawn area with its profusion of Hawaiian ti plants and bougainvillaea provides a truly park-like setting ideal for special occasions and small wedding/ commitment/ recommitment ceremonies. Tara Cottage was carefully sited to take full advantage of prevailing day and nighttime breezes and is comfortable year round at its 900 ft elevation. It is most appropriate for adults desiring a peaceful environment with few distractions.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Captain Cook, Hawaii

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
High Season Nov 20, 2009 - Dec 19, 2009 $1,250 $195 - $195 - $3,400 4 Nights
Peak Season Dec 20, 2009 - Feb 28, 2010 $1,350 $210 - $210 - $3,600 4 Nights
High Season Mar 1, 2010 - May 31, 2010 $1,250 $195 - $195 - $3,400 4 Nights
Mid Season Jun 1, 2010 - Nov 19, 2010 $1,100 $175 - $175 - $3,200 4 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollars) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Cottage: $1100/week mid season; $1250/week high season; $1350/week peak season. $175/night mid season; $195/night high season; $210/night peak season. Monthly rate: $3200 mid season; $3400 high season; $3600 peak season. High Season: 11/20-12/19/09; 3/01-5/31/10; Peak Season: 12/20/09-2/28/10; Mid Season: 6/01/10-11/19/10. Two taxes total 12.416%. Out cleaning Fee: $80. Maximum occupancy: 3 adults/older children (5+ years). Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
  • For larger parties please inquire about additional B&B accommodations nearby. Not suitable for children under 5 years of age.

Fees

Tax Rate:
12.42%
Cleaning:
$80

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Captain Cook, Hawaii

Property Type:
  • cottage
Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • romantic
General:
  • telephone
  • linens provided
  • accept credit card
Kitchen:
  • microwave
  • refrigerator
  • clothes dryer
  • cooking utensils
  • ice maker
  • freezer
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • washing machine
  • 2 ring stove
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Outside - Outdoor Shower
  • Outdoor shower equipped with Grohe fixtures and side jets.
Bedrooms:
  • 1 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 3 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Queen, skylight over bed
    Dayroom - 1 Twin/ Single
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • books
  • CD
  • music library
  • video library
  • stereo system
  • satellite or cable
  • DVD
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
Outside:
  • outdoor grill gas
  • porch/lanai
  • garden
  • parking off street
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
Local Activities:
  • golf
  • walking
  • sailing
  • tennis
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • antiquing
  • cycling
  • swimming
  • horseback riding
  • fishing
  • surfing
Attractions:
  • bay/sound
  • museums
  • cinemas
  • groceries
Leisure Activities:
  • live theater
  • beachcombing
  • hiking
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling
  • spelunking
  • bird watching
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
Notes: Surrounding the octagonal main room are: the kitchen with its door to the service porch; the dining area with a 9 foot bank of windows framing a stunning view of Kealakekua Bay, and the door to the lanai; a large bathroom; and an intimate dayroom with its twin bed and back door opening to a bromeliad and bamboo garden. One shower’s outdoors in a dramatic lava rock grotto within this garden. The shower is equipped with Grohe fixtures and side jets, for a sensual, satisfying cleanse. Privacy is assured by the landscaping and the surrounding lush Thai bamboo. Kona coffee and fresh fruit are grown on the property.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Captain Cook, Hawaii

Other Activities: Kona coffee tasting at many farms nearby, boating, shopping, kayaking, parasailing, wildlife viewing.

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Captain Cook, Hawaii

Rating
5 out of 5

Great Vacation at Tara Cottage

Petra and Jan Duvall, WA, United States
Review Submitted: August 12, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
We stayed at Tara cottage for three weeks this July and were completely taken away by the tranquility and beauty of the place. We had really great time, enjoyed gorgeous sunsets from the lanai, watched birds drinking and washing in the bird pool, loved the company of the almost tamed geckos but most importantly fantastic host and owner of the place, Michael. The cottage is situated away from the noisy and touristy areas but still close to any attractions that the Big Island can offer. It is an ideal spot for relaxation or just enjoyment of Hawaii in its almost original form. Restaurants, coffee farms and houses, art galleries and other shops nearby are all in the same spirit. Adding the perfect snorkeling area (Two steps) which is only 5 minutes drive from the property, this place has really everything we were looking for during our vacation. We would definitely recommend this place to any of our friends and are looking forward to our next visit to Tara cottage.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Tara Cottage: A Perfect Place to Stay

C, J and T Lagunitas, CA, USA
Review Submitted: July 31, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2008
I would recommend Tara Cottage without any hesitation to anyone considering a vacation on the Big Island. My husband, 11 year old son and I found the property, cottage and host to be even more welcoming than we anticipated. Tara Cottage is wonderful. It is charming, beautifully situated, clean and very comfortable (the beds are amazing and the outdoor shower cannot be beat!). The grounds are even more impressive than they appear in the photos. It is, in fact, a farm, complete with Kona coffee trees amazingly sweet white pineapples, huge mango trees and abundant flowering plants. The property is extensive; the landscaping made it among the most beautiful properties we saw on the island. We thoroughly enjoyed relaxing each morning and evening at home, taking in the sunsets and the superlative view of Kealakekua Bay. Tara Cottage is wonderfully situated on the west side of the island. It was a great home base from which to visit Kealakekua Bay (we strongly recommend renting kayaks and heading over to Captain Cook Monument where the snorkeling is wonderful-and don't forget to watch for resting spinner dolphins)as well as the very interesting and beautiful place of refuge. We would love to return to Tara Cottage. We really can't recommend it highly enough. Michael is the perfect host. He was very respectful of our privacy but he was also readily accessible whenever we had questions. And we greatly enjoyed the welcome basket of treats he had waiting for us when we arrived (the mango bread was unforgettably delicious). And his Kona coffee is the best! Tara Cottage is a wonderul place for an individual, a couple or a small family. Relax, enjoy the colorful birds, the abundance of the farm and the warm hospitality!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Serene retreat with fabulous views & lush grounds

Travelin' Jan Edmonds, WA, USA
Review Submitted: July 23, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
I have stayed at Tara Cottage for many years and this location in South Kona in a quiet residential neighborhood has so much more charm and peacefulness than the noisy resorts on the island. There are some nice restaurants with creative cuisine, coffee houses, gift shops, fruit & veggie stands, and a large market with deli all within a few miles of Tara Cottage. The cottage has a sweeping view of Kealakekua Bay framed by beautifully- manicured grounds including a platform with lounge chairs. I am always exhilarated by the private, outdoor shower--an experience not to be missed! I enjoy grilling fresh local fish, veggies & grass-fed steak on the grill while watching the impressive sunset over the ocean--what a treat! Tara Cottage is a very special, exquisitely furnished home to be appreciated & respected by those who want to experience the flora & fauna of Hawaii in a serene, but convenient locale on the Big Island. In conclusion, this is a heavenly destination managed by a charming host, Michael, who has a vast knowledge of the island and a great sense of humor. Highly recommended! I look forward to my next visit to Tara Cottage.
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