The beachfront Castle Kona Reef, a Condominium Resort is located right along the shore of Kailua-Kona and overlooks lava rock cliffs. The resort provides the perfect environment for a peaceful vacation. Bask on the oceanfront lawn while the little ones run around and play. When it’s time to cool off, hop on over to the outdoor pool for a refreshing dip. Grab a lounge chair and admire the ocean views, work on your sun-kissed look, or devour another few chapters of that book you’ve been reading. There’s a BBQ grill area where you can put a Hawaiian twist on your favorite recipes, complemented by a few sips from your Mai Tai every now and again.

Spacious and air-conditioned one-bedroom condos sleep four guests. Bring the family along on the short drive to Safeway, it has everything you need to stock your full kitchen. Make tacos for dinner and let the little ones help lay out tortillas, shells, sour cream, and cheese and have everyone build their own tacos. Don’t worry if things get messy; you’ll have an in-suite washer/dryer. Throw in a load of laundry and watch a show or movie on the flat screen TV, it has cable and a DVD player. Have the kids each pack their favorite movies from home for family movie night. Don’t forget the popcorn! After the movie, gather the family on the private lanai to watch the sunset. All condos are individually furnished and decorated and have oceanfront, garden, or ocean views.

Castle Kona Reef is conveniently located near the best shopping, dining, and adventures in Kailua-Kona. For unique shopping, visit Keauhou Shopping Village. In the Tropics has jewelry made by local artists. Pick up your next poolside read at Kona Stories, featuring new and used books for all reading levels. Pick up some Kona Coffee or locally made honey at the Farmers Market. Check out the “works of heart” at the Clint Sloan Galleries. Jams World has contemporary casual apparel. If you’re at the shopping village on a Tuesday through Sunday, treat yourself to a relaxing massage, nail treatment, or facial at the Kalona Salon & Spa. You can even get a haircut. Adventures in Kailua-Kona include golfing, scuba diving, horseback riding, and snorkeling.