This extraordinary oceanfront site is nestled within the ancient fish ponds and lava flows that border the beautiful white sand beach at Anaeho'omalu Bay ("A" Bay). The Waikoloa Beach Resort is located on the leeward Kohala coast of the Big Island. - just 17 miles north of the Kailua-Kona airport. Because it has a very high annual number of sunny days, Waikoloa is one of the most desirable vacation destinations in the Hawaiian Islands.

A beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath residence with over 4,500 square feet of interior living area and a spacious poolside lanai on the ocean-facing side of the home. Architect, Todd Schooler, began with a spectacular oceanfront location and then elegantly combined the natural elements of wood, stone, and lava with the contemporary accents of marble, granite, stainless steel and custom "glass art"

Offers generously-sized central living and dining areas with retractable pocket doors which open onto the poolside lanai to provide views of the ocean and beach. The lanai features an infinity edge pool, spa, and an outdoor living and dining pavilion with a built-in gas barbecue.

Other features and amenities of the home include a media center in the main living area, central air-conditioning, granite or marble floors and counter tops and high speed internet throughout.

The large gourmet kitchen is well-equipped with both large and small appliances, two ovens and an array of pots, pans, utensils and preparation and serving dishes. The main dining area provides comfortable seating for 10 people and the house is well-stocked with dishes, flatware and glassware.

Guests will enjoy the option of two oceanview master suites that open directly onto the poolside lanai and each of which features a spacious private bath, a flat-screen TV and a CD/DVD player. There are three additional bedroom suites (Queen, Twins, Twins) with private baths, flat-screen TVs and CD/DVD players.

The gated-oceanfront community is a unique retreat within the Waikoloa Beach Resort between the Hilton Waikoloa and the Marriott Waikoloa Beach hotels. Residents and guests receive special touches like the Beach Club Pavilion featuring a natural lava hot tub, infinity edge pool, and a children's pool with a sand bottom and waterfall. From here, one can walk to the Marriott or the Hilton’s ocean-side restaurants, to the Waikoloa Resort tennis facility, to two championship golf courses, an acclaimed Spa and to a variety of additional shops and restaurants (Roy’s) in the King’s Shops at Waikoloa. The Waikoloa Beach Resort offers many other options for guest enjoyment including educational programs, guided tours, ocean sports, boat cruises, helicopter tours, shopping, and an array of evening entertainment and fine dining.

Guests will be pleasantly surprised at the abundance of the colorful marine life in the warm waters of Anaeho'omalu Bay. Swim with sea turtles, scan the waters for humpback whales in the Winter season or visit the nearby marine preserve at Wailea Bay.

The historic King's Trail remains well preserved within the Waikoloa Beach Resort where visitors can walk in the footsteps of ali'i (Hawaiian royalty) surrounded by ancient petroglyphs and native Hawaiian plants. Everything within the Waikoloa Resort is connected by a network of picturesque walking, jogging and cycling trails.

The Waikoloa Resort offers two 18 hole, championship golf courses. The Tom Weiskopf/Jay Morrish designed King’s Course is a Scottish links-style layout with pot bunkers, undulating fairways, multiple tee placements and lava outcroppings and is well-rated by Golf Digest magazine.

Bedding Configuration: BEDROOM #1: King bed, private bath with tub and shower, flat screen TV, CD/DVD player, Oceanview. BEDROOM #2: King bed, private bath with tub and shower, flat screen TV, CD/DVD player, Oceanview. BEDROOM #3: Queen bed, private bath, flat screen TV, CD/DVD player. BEDROOM #4: Twin beds, private bath, flat screen TV, CD/DVD player. BEDROOM #5: Twin beds, private bath, flat screen TV, CD/DVD player

Dining Area: Formal dining room in the main house seats 10 persons.

The property has a full complement of guest amenities including direct local telephone, cable TV, VCR, stereo with CD/cassette player, small appliances (coffee maker, blender, microwave, dishwasher, etc.), beach/pool towels, washer/dryer, iron/ironing board and a BBQ. Sauna, gym/exercise room, media room, home office.

RATES INCLUDE: Occupancy by a maximum of 10 persons (including infants and children), check-in orientation at the property, twice weekly maid service and outcleaning fee. The property is fully-equipped with linens, dishes, flatware, cookware, utensils and serving dishes and is stocked with an initial supply of soaps, detergents, cleansers and paper products. Rates are subject to change without prior notice before a rental confirmation is issued.

DISCLOSURES: The swimming pool is not heated. * The property is situated adjacent to the Kolea Beach Club and, althought buffered by the clubhouse and two residential cottages, some ambient noise may be audible from activites at the Beach Club.