The Onion House "Architecture so full of life it seems to breathe" | House in Kailua-Kona

10.0 (165 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Kailua-Kona House | The Onion House "Architecture so full of life it seems to breathe"

3 Bedroom House in Kailua-Kona

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Created for the McCormick Spice family, the Onion House is a unique architectural treasure with stunning visual aesthetics. It has been featured on MTV, Travel Channel, Learning Channel, Fine Living Channel, HGTV, Global Architecture Magazine, and Architectural Digest.
You will have the entire house to yourselves. Swim and sunbathe in privacy on the huge lot that is well screened via foliage. You'll feel alone in your world, enjoying the 70' pool (unheated), gardens and lily ponds. The terrace faces sunsets and Kailua Bay, providing the ideal setting for candlelight dinners. The translucent roof and walls of stained glass allow filtered sunlight throughout. The detached master suite features a private walled garden. A covered outdoor walkway leading to the master bedroom structure is flanked by lily ponds and the turquoise pool overlooking the sea.
With grounds of nearly an acre, five minutes from town or beach, this is the perfect base camp for exploring the Big Island. If you google this property name, you can learn a great deal more about it from our personal website. Read the page "Vacation at the Onion House" for more information on your stay.
The Onion House does have limitations that make it unsuitable for younger children (under 12) or individuals who have difficulties with stairs and/or mobility. The owners do no allow guests under 12 years of age. Please contact us for further information. In addition, the Onion House is most ideal for smaller groups of 2-4. Groups of 6, while they can be accommodated, will find privacy is limited.
The rates quoted are for two guests. Additional guests have an additional fee of $25/person/day added to the quote identified in a separate line as "additional guest fee."
Please note that the County of Hawai'i has implemented strict vacation rental regulations which must be clearly published on this site. The Onion House has been officially licensed by the County and these country rules apply to guests:
(A) Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m during which time the noise from the STVR shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.
(B) Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
(C) Rental guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area.
(D) The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes.
(E) Guests beyond those named on the rental agreement are fairly strictly limited. Hosting gatherings with visitors outside of the rental party is quite limited - Please inquire.
The STVR Registration Number is: STVR-19-361289
The Nonconforming Use Certificate Number is: NUC-19-1205
("Nonconforming" basically means that our vacation rental is not located in a resort zone.)
Hawaii State Tax ID # GE-157-258-9568-01, TAT: T-157-258-9568

The Onion House "Architecture so full of life it seems to breathe" is located in Kailua-Kona. The Onion House "Architecture so full of life it seems to breathe" provides accommodation, featuring View, Ocean View, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This House features View, Ocean View, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Onion House "Architecture so full of life it seems to breathe" has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Kailua-Kona has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Kailua-Kona, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • 17 stairs to reach property
  • Note from host: Smoking outdoors on deck only.
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 1632 sq ft (152 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children
  • English
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Spa
  • Fence around the pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 12
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: no children under 12 due to safety concerns.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking outdoors on deck only.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 3770090520000, ta-157-258-9568-01, ge-157-258-9568-01 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

License number: 3770090520000, TA-157-258-9568-01, GE-157-258-9568-01

Reviews

Kristin L.
Jul 2, 2025 12:01:24 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property is beautiful. Plan to be one with nature. There was no air conditioning but we never missed it. I have never had the opportunity to stay in a place like this. It was a great part of our trip!
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