Ehu Kai

‘Ehu Kai is a cozy cottage located on the sandy beach of Waialea Bay. Hand crafted with oak floors and cedar paneling, this sweet home has high ceilings, a convenient kitchen (with its own ocean view), and artwork by local craftspeople. Built to make the most of its proximity to the sea, ‘Ehu Kai offers second-floor ocean views and cooling breezes. Add the comfort of beautiful shade-producing landscaping for a perfect Hawaii vacation. The home can accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids (under 12 years old) as there is a Queen size sofa sleeper in the living room. It would not be comfortable for 4 adults.

Hawaii GE & TA tax number 024-551-4240-01

STVR-19-350477, NUC-19-505

Vacation Rental Reviews

• EHU KAI STAY

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2024

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  a guest from Kealekekua, HI recommends this vacation rental

  The property description was accurate regarding the location, layout, and amenities.
  
  The property was clean and well-maintained.
  
  The manager provided good customer service.
  
  We would recommend this property to a friend or relative.
  

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• Wonderful!

  Stayed 8 days ending in June, 2024

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  a guest from La Jolla, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Great!

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• Love it!

  Stayed 8 days ending in June, 2024

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  a guest from Mill Valley, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Just the best!

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• Great Beach Stay!

  Stayed 5 days ending in April, 2024

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  a guest from Salt Lake City, Utah recommends this vacation rental

  This is a wonderful cottage for a couple or a small family. Unbeatable location next to an amazing beach with snorkeling and sunbathing but plenty of shade when you want it! The cottage was spotless when we arrived. Mary was so incredibly helpful and accommodating and available if we needed anything. She went above and beyond to make our trip special. You will never regret a stay here. Wonderful.

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• Beachside Tree House

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2024

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  Jim Tarman and Barbra B from Hermosa Beach, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This is now our 3rd stay at this wonderful vacation house. It’s just perfect. The house has literally everything you might need for a comfortable stay and probably the cleanest rental we have ever experienced. Mary and her team are a dream to work with. We are already looking forward to next year.

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• Ehu Kai

  Stayed 10 days ending in December, 2023

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  Jeremy and Kef K from San Francisco, CA recommends this vacation rental

  As always, we had a wonderful stay. 2 Papayas is very easy to work with and goes out of its way to make the stay comfortable and easy. The location is fantastic and the house meets all of our needs. Highly recommended.

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• Ehu Kai Bungalow

  Stayed 7 days ending in December, 2023

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  Kerry or Robert L from LOS GATOS, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Our 7 day stay at Ehu Kai cottage was delightful. Much thought and design was put into this treehouse type bungalow which typifies old hawaiiana with rich wood interior paneling. Perfectly clean upon arrival. Easy access to the beach and snorkeling. Grocery shopping a short drive away. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware with very nice appliances. The air flow from many windows,the ceiling fans and nice bedding made sleeping very comfortable. The staff at 2 Papayas was excellent in helping arrange our reservation,notifing us prior to arrival, updating us with weather warnings, quickly resolving any house repairs and providing a thorough to-do list for easy check out at our time of departure. Hawaii Surf & Kayak delivered SUP Boards to the bunglow for our length of stay and we did a kayak tour with them nearby viewing turtles, manta rays and octopus. Hearing the local songbirds each morning was a special treat!

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• September 80th Birthday at Ehu Kai

  Stayed 10 days ending in September, 2023

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  Lou and Lori B from Port Orchard, WA recommends this vacation rental

  We have stayed at many of the rental properties with 2 Papayas and have enjoyed them all. Ehu Kai is perhaps one of our favorites. Mahalo Mary Fox for taking such good care of us.

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• Ehu Kai

  Stayed 8 days ending in July, 2023

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  Sandra & Mark V from Kirkland, Washington recommends this vacation rental

  The location was great, right on a snorkeling beach with a small ocean view. Short drive to Puako Bay where there is incredible snorkeling. The property contains everything needed for meals, comfortable king sized bed and the air conditioners work great. Mary was very responsive to all my questions.

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• Fantastic Oceanside Home

  Stayed 10 days ending in June, 2023

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  a guest from Mckinleyville, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This is a very comfortable home for a couple or small family. We also rented Ulu Nui as we were a large family group. The location is oceanside, with a white sandy beach, has fantastic swimming and snorkeling with turtle viewing nearby. We had sunset watch every evening, beach star gazing at night, barbeques, and dinners on the lanai. The beach is easy to access for small children. Location is quiet, an easy drive to markets, shopping or entertainment. Most mornings and evenings I was the only one in the water! Manager is attentive and services are all arranged for a carefree visit. Love, love, love this location and the accommodations.

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• Fabulous!

  Stayed 14 days ending in May, 2023

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  Jen and Thomas M from Breckenridge, CO recommends this vacation rental

  Just as described!
  Perfect for 2 people.
  Great location.
  Mary was a dream to work with!

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• Waialea bay house

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2023

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  Stephen S from Boulder, CO recommends this vacation rental

  Great as always for all the years we return!

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• Does it get better than this?

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2023

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  Jim Tarman and Barbra B from Hermosa Beach, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This is our second stay in this wonderful house and we are already looking forward to next year. Talk about a hidden gem. Basically right on the beach, but with privacy. Stocked with everything you might need or want and Mary’s team is just a phone call away in case anything comes up. From having the Hawaiian music channel playing and cold towels and a pitcher of cold filtered water in the fridge when you arrive, to the papayas and limes ready to use. We settle in like it’s home.

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• Paradise

  Stayed 9 days ending in January, 2023

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  Dave R recommends this vacation rental

  This is the second time we have stayed in this home and we will return. Perfect for a couple. Right on the beach. Home was well equipped and well located.
  We have rented from 2 Papayas for over ten years and they do a wonderful job.

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• Ehu Kai

  Stayed 22 days ending in October, 2022

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  Jeremy and Kef K from San Francisco, CA recommends this vacation rental

  As usual, working with 2 Papayas has been great and the property is wonderful. It has been improved with a larger bed and air conditioning. It is a mere steps from the most beautiful beach on the big Island. A perfect location. The home is clean and in great shape, and well equipped for making our own meals. It is extremely comfortable. Mary and the staff are always available if there are any problems and respond very quickly. We love our stay there and will certainly be back!

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• As Good as Ever

  Stayed 23 days ending in September, 2022

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  Jeanne and Paul G from Monterey, CA recommends this vacation rental

  We've stayed at Ehu Kai a few times and it's always one of our favorites. Great casual property, flawless management, and the best swimming beach (in the summer) ever. Thank you once again, 2 Papayas team!

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• Hawaii holiday

  Stayed 8 days ending in August, 2022

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  Molly D. or David R. B from Bel Tiburon, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Every appliance in this property was new and worked perfectly. The house itself was wonderfully maintained. The management company was very responsive.
  
  So five stars!

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• Ehu Kai is fabulous

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  Simon L from Berkeley, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent location cozy home. Super responsive and helpful vacation management. It does not get any better than this!

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• Outstanding cottage on the beach!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  a guest from Ottawa, Ontario recommends this vacation rental

  We spent a week this summer in Ehu Kai, and really loved it! The cottage is located on the beach, and was clean, well equipped and a perfect size for a couple. Waialea Bay is a fantastic location and our stay there was the highlight of our vacation. The 2 Papayas team was really helpful!! We look forward to coming back again soon.

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• Ehu Kai

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2022

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  Stephen S from Boulder, CO recommends this vacation rental

  Great!

  • Manager Responded on 3/31/2022

    Mahalo!

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• Wonderful Stay at Ehu Kai!

  Stayed 5 days ending in January, 2022

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  Daryl L recommends this vacation rental

  First - communication and coordination with Mary and her team was excellent. Very straight forward the entire process. We arrived at Ehu Kai - everything as planned. Wonderful property - neat as a pin - perfect for our stay! We really enjoyed having certain basic items provided - like coffee filters etc - all those small little items that you hate to buy for a short time period etc. The grill was fantastic for grilling fish - and we ate outside on the outdoor lanai every breakfast and dinner! Has AC but we didn't need it - the breeze through the windows is incredibly relaxing at night. Incredible location - we will be back!

  • Manager Responded on 3/31/2022

    I am so glad to hear you enjoyed everything. Thank you for taking the time to review the property. I hope you can come back soon.

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• Ehu Kai a magical treehouse

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2022

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  Jim Tarman and Barbra B from Hermosa Beach, CA recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful stay at this true beach house. A great house for 2. Nicely furnished, clean and well equipped. Mary and her team are excellent. When we arrived there were fresh flowers, fruit as well as chilled wet cloths in the fridge. The beach is literally steps away. We experienced a personal emergency and Mary came to our rescue. We have already booked next year!

  • Manager Responded on 3/31/2022

    I am so glad Mary was able to be of assistance and you are already on the books to return. This is definitely 'the beach house'. We are looking forward to your return.

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• Christmas 2021

  Stayed 18 days ending in January, 2022

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  Dave R recommends this vacation rental

  This home was a perfect beach location. We rented this and an adjacent home for grandparents, kids and grandkids. Home was clean, well equipped and in very good condition. We have rent vacation homes 2 to 3 times a year and would the very good category. We have rented through 2 Papayas before and they are an exceptional management company - friendly and great customer service.

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• Hard to leave

  Stayed 8 days ending in December, 2021

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  Kevin L from Altadena, Ca recommends this vacation rental

  We have traveled to many places in the world but this would rank in our top 3 for location, comfort and peacefulness! This is the perfect place for those who want to avoid the crowds. Close enough if you want to visit many of the islands attractions and place that when you drive away you look back and say that you will be back.. The 2Papaya crew is top notch and very helpful which is always a plus.

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• Ehu Kai

  Stayed 5 days ending in December, 2021

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  Kerry or Robert L from LOS GATOS, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent

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• Ehu Kai Dream Stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2021

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  Louise S recommends this vacation rental

  It was perfect. Full stop. We can't wait to go back!

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• Fantastic!

  Stayed 12 days ending in September, 2021

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  a guest from Mill Valley, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This small lovely home is perfect for a couple longing for quiet time by the sea.

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• Better Than Ever

  Stayed 8 days ending in August, 2021

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  Jeanne and Paul G from Monterey, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This was our third time staying in Ehu Kai. As always, the location so close to a wonderful beach was perfect. The house is in great shape, nicely updated and kept super clean, with everything you could need provided. The addition of air conditioning made for a happy August stay, though we only needed it for short periods a few times. (Usually, plenty of breezes and screened windows keep things comfortable.) Mary and everyone at 2 Papayas were professional and helpful, as always. Daily swims and beautiful sunsets just a few minutes from our front door made for a special stay. Thank you, 2 Papayas; the great job you do is much appreciated.

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• Beautiful Place

  Stayed 5 days ending in July, 2021

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  Karen J from CORTE MADERA, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Ehu Kai is a very peaceful retreat.

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• Peace on the ocean

  Stayed 3 days ending in June, 2021

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  mary f from Flomaton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  Ehu kai was a wonderful experience. Nestled in a tropical paradise it was only steps away from one of the most beautiful beaches on the Big Island. The house was very well maintained, clean and comfortable. Additionally, the 2 Papayas staff were friendly, helpful and ready to respond to our questions. I highly recommend 2 Papayas if you are seeking the perfect rental on the Big Island.

  • Manager Responded on 8/3/2021

    I am so happy your family members could stay here and enjoy the home and area. Thank you for providing their review of their time at Ehu Kai.

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• Big island get away

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2021

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  Teryl or Robert M from Calpella, CA recommends this vacation rental

  The home suited our needs perfectly. Small, but perfect for 2 people. Our meals were enjoyed at the outside balcony. We also enjoyed all the local wild life. Real private, yet minutes to the beach.

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