Golden Bear Estate, Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental

Perched on the fairway of the Hualalai Golf course designed by the Golden Bear, Jack Nicklaus himself, the Golden Bear Estate is tucked away on Hawaii’s elusive Big Island. Hit the links on the site of the PGA Tour’s Hawaii Pro-Am tournament, then catch the world’s most beautiful sunsets on the beach before relaxing in the huge infinity pool, sprawled across the backyard, accessible from our master suite. Behind the villa’s big, ancient wooden gate lies a personal slice of secluded paradise by the ocean.

Inside the villa, nearly every glass wall can recede to give you the unique privilege of opening your home to the warm coastal breeze as you enjoy an unobstructed view of the clear blue Pacific on sunny Hawaiian afternoons. This villa’s Makai Master Suite features the area’s most luxurious accommodations including a sumptuous king bed, a private triple head shower and custom stone tub. While each room includes access to a custom designed luxury bathroom, you’ll enjoy the freedom and charm of our outdoor showers with cascading rainforest showerheads, all tucked away in the corners of the manicured backyard lawn.

This 6,300 square foot home at the edge of the Four Seasons Hualalai fairway comes into view as if from a dream. This estate integrates into its Big Island surroundings with gentle, curved architecture and open-air living space, while at the same time rising above it on an elevated lot. From this lofty vantage point, you can see deep into the distance with a multi-layered view of the golf greens, the Pacific, and even the island of Maui. Indoor and outdoor spaces merge in the luxury villa’s great room thanks to corner less door panels that recede into the wall. This setting is remarkable at sunset, when the sky’s sorbet colors reflect on the ocean and infinity pool, the fairway deepens to an emerald green, and flames from the outdoor fire

The Makai Master Suite: The Makai Master Suite showcases ocean views, plus direct access to the infinity pool and outdoor lanai, so you can slip into your swimsuit and begin your day with a tranquil dip. The centerpiece in this room is the sumptuous king bed. The beds are among the most comfortable with a double pillow-top mattress, down/feather blended duvets and pillows, and the silkiest of Egyptian cotton sheets. And showers are never more luxurious than in this master’s en-suite, with its triple-headed shower and custom imported-stone bathtub with its own television. The folding panel glass door in the bathroom opens to a surprise: a private outdoor garden shower. In fact, all the bedrooms at the Golden Bear Estate boast these private outdoor showers, with cascading rainforest showerheads and lush tropical greenery.

The Bungalow Suite: The guest bungalowI includes a king bed, walk-in closet, an outdoor lanai with garden shower and custom furnishings, plus, in the bungalow’s living area, a kitchenette with a dishwasher, sink, coffeemaker and refrigerator.

The Starfish Suite: Nestled in a wing of the home, this bedroom offers privacy and a king bed, plus a walk-in closet, an en-suite bathroom with a double-headed shower, a private outdoor lanai with garden shower and custom furnishings throughout.

The Coral Suite: This suite offers privacy, custom furnishings, an outdoor garden shower, and one of the best sunset viewing points on the property. There is a king bed and a walk-in closet, plus an en-suite bathroom with a double-headed shower and custom black stone circular soaking tub.

The Shell Suite: Decorated for island-style relaxation in calming blue and taupe, this room features two twin beds, custom furnishings, walk-in closet, and, of course, an outdoor lanai with garden shower, plus an additional double-head shower in the en-suite bathroom. The twin beds can be converted into a king bed, making it flexible for your group’s needs.

Living Area: In this spectacular living space, the open-air design and cornerless door system—with full panes of glass that recede into the wall—make you feel entirely part of the Big Island’s ecosystem and the timeless splendor of the Four Seasons Hualalai. The Bolier & Company furnishings encourage sprawling out for a catnap with the sun warming your skin.

Dining Area: Another room boasting gorgeous circular architecture, the dining space also has glass doors that open to the outdoors, plus curved dining chairs and a large round table—creating the atmosphere for a meal you’ll never forget. The walk-in wine cave is conveniently located in this area, as well, so you can prolong the magic well into the night with a few bottles of wine.

Kitchen: This gorgeous appointed kitchen is a chef’s dream! Whether you have an aspiring chef in your group or a professional chef coming to prepare meals for you, you will find everything you need in this restaurant-style kitchen with dramatic custom mahogany cabinetry, massive granite island with bar seating and a high-end Wolf gas range.

Office: Our architects designed a circular office with folding windows that open to the outdoor koi pond and lush gardens. Plus, it’s outfitted with all the office essentials: complimentary wireless, computer, printer and fax machine.

Media Room: Pile into the media room for a laidback evening on a plush cream sectional facing a large-screen HDTV. Competing for your attention is the view: in this space, yet another set of folding glass doors open to the outside—in this case, onto the garden terrace.

Outdoor Living Area: The outdoor living space at the Golden Bear Estate has no hard angles, and its features were carefully chosen or designed to present a curvilinear shape. The focal point is the custom-designed infinity pool and spa accented with fire bowl features. On a cool evening, fire up the gas grill or Evo grill, sear a piece (or a plate) of juicy salmon, and light the fire bowl and tiki torches for your own private luau. Outdoor furnishings provide several options for lounging and enjoying your surroundings. From this elevated spot, you’ll find a view you won’t soon forget, stretching as far as you can see—from the golf course, to the Four Seasons Resort, and to the ocean beyond. One might say that this paradise vacation rental has all the essentials for a relaxing, refreshing stay.

Check-in: 4:00PM

Check-out: 10:00AM

Children are welcomed

Pets require prior approval and non-refundable pet deposit

Non-smoking Villa

Some homes allow events, please ask

Rates vary depending on time of year and number of guests

High season and holiday rates are higher

50% down to book

Balance due 60 days prior

Please bring proof of identification

Passport Required for non-resident

Travel insurance recommended

All Bookings are Final

Rates and fees subject to change without notice