Absolute Oceanfront in Hilo! Read our Reviews!

So beautiful !! Best place that we stayed at . Great views, awesome amenities .

Great location. Very quiet. Beautiful home. Hosts are friendly and easy to work with.

We enjoyed our stay. The place had Amazing views of ocean and luxurious living space. It was very clean and comfortable.

Absolute gem!!! We didn't want to leave! The house is beautiful inside and outside, very clean, cosy and convenient location. We would definitely come again and recommend this house to anyone.

We love this place! The location is perfect and the home is both beautiful, comfortable and completely relaxing. The kitchen is first class. Best of all for us is the continuous ocean breeze that keeps the house forever comfortable. If it is warm when you arrive, just open the many windows and sliding glass doors (all screened). You will enjoy not only the tropical breeze but the ethereal surf sounds from the ocean below.The owners, who lived in the home themselves and intend to return for their retirement, live remotely but treat guests with personal attention (this is not run by some commercial vacation resort business). The home is decorated with museum-quality art. It is located on a seemingly ordinary residential street but the home is special.Apparently some have asked about air conditioning but we never thought this would be desirable. We have been there twice, most recently for two weeks in August 2025, supposedly the hottest month. The sea breeze is constant and we never even used the ceiling fans that are in most rooms. The house stays very comfortable with the windows and doors open (all have screens).We have booked another visit a few months out, further proof that we love to stay here.

The house was perfect for our two-day stay in Hilo with our three girls. The sound of the ocean was such a treat, and the cool breeze flowing through was lovely. We also really enjoyed the charming travel artifacts and the great selection of books across many genres. The rain shower, jets, and steam room were a relaxing bonus after a full day of play in Hilo.

This home was perfect for our short stay on the Big Island. It had all of the comforts that our family of 6 needed, including a fully equipped chefs' kitchen, comfortable beds and a view that is unmatched. Each night we opened the windows wide to be lulled to sleep by the crashing ocean waves.

We highly recommend this property. Very relaxing location right by the ocean, you can hear the waves crashing on the rocks below. Beautiful view of the sunrise from the upstairs or downstairs porches.This house is on the edge of a sea cliff so does not have direct access to the waterfront or a beach. Nonetheless it is an excellent base for exploring The Big Island. Quick drive of 5 minutes into the heart of Hilo. Approximately hour and a half to Kona/West coast depending on where you are going. Owner very responsive and helpful. All beds comfortable. Everything works perfectly. Kitchen well-stocked with pots, pans, cooking utensils, etc. We were pleasantly surprised to discover snorkeling equipment available for use, along with beach shoes for exploring the rocky tidepools. Table on upstairs porch big enough for 8-10 people to dine. We would definitely stay here again and give this location our highest recommendation.

Great house, location and amazing views. Would stay here again.

Everything was just as listed and we enjoyed the property and it’s proximity to Hilo. Enjoyed the sound of the surf and the quiet neighborhood.

As stated in the title, this property is the perfect location if you are desiring easy access to all Hilo has to offer but also prefer to enjoy both quiet and privacy. The check in process was the easiest I have experienced among several stays at other locations. The email with the check in information was sent a couple of days before, the lock box and associated lock worked well, and when I did have a question, I had no problem contacting the property manager. I think that perhaps the home owners have been away from the property for an extended period of time. There were some maintenance and cleaning issues that need to be addressed: repainting of badly scuffed house walls, and peeling balcony railings, several burned out lightbulbs, no beach chairs available (but all kinds of other wonderful beach gear), dirty lanai and some cracked and well worn lanai furniture. The owner was very responsive to my inquiries both before and during the stay. It is my belief that once he is made aware of needed updates, the improvements will occur. Despite some maintenance/cleaning updates needing to occur, these did not affect our enjoyment of our stay and I definitely recommend this home.

My family really enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again if visiting the area.

We had an amazing stay! The property is very close to a lot of Waterfalls, beaches and amazing restaurants. Sitting on the deck was very relaxing and stunning view!

We enjoyed every moment of our stay! Property is stunning with amazing views and quiet surroundings. Sleeping to the ocean sounds was heavenly. We were all thrilled to see all the amazing artwork and enjoyed discovering the cool artifacts. We highly recommend and would definitely stay again. Thank you for sharing your stunning home with us!

We loved Hilo area. We spent every day at some point on the Lanai admiring our view.

We recently completed our 5th vacation stay at, “Absolutely OceanFront” in Hilo, right on the water. The ocean views were stunning, sleeping to the sound of the waves was incredibly relaxing. The house was clean, very spacious, and well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The outdoor space, along with its upper & lower level Lanai’s overlooking the water, was perfect for morning coffee and sunrise (occasional cruise ship) or evening cocktails. The location was convenient to, Volcano National Park, hiking, beaches and 5 minutes from restaurants and downtown Hilo yet far enough to feel peaceful and secluded. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a serene oceanfront getaway in Hilo! Being from Texas we definitely enjoy our AC. We didn’t miss AC for a second! Can’t beat the smell of fresh ocean air along with the cooling breeze from the trade winds! Thank you again Brian and Elizabeth for sharing your beautiful home with us!

I’m still dreaming of the sound of the ocean. Big Mahalo to host Brian for sharing his amazing property. We will be back next year.

A great house in a perfect location. Quiet area with great views. My family enjoyed our time here.

Lovely ocean front views across Hilo bay. Well appointed kitchen. Very much enjoyed our 3-night stay.

Hard to summarize the detail and perfection. We vacation a lot and this home went beyond our expectations. From the beautiful sunrises with a 180 degree view of the bay to daily whale sightings to the amazing decor. We loved the full body spray showers and deep soaker tub. The kitchen was beautiful and well stocked. The beds and bedding were comfortable The house is in a nice neighborhood with only the sounds of the birds and the ocean. The ocean breeze was amazing at keeping the house at a perfect temperature The owners were only a text away with answers to any questions. The blender quit on us and there was a new one at the door the next morning check in and out was hassle free. We will definitely stay there again. Thank you Brian for sharing your amazing home in paradise with us!!!

We had a fantastic time here! The house itself was gorgeous with all the amenities you could want. The kitchen was well stocked. The view of Hilo Bay was incredible and we saw whales every morning from the lanai. The house itself is a quick drive to downtown Hilo/the airport yet in a secluded neighborhood so you feel like you are in your own private world. The host was very responsive and check in was great. Check out was even easier! Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!

We felt like honored guests in someones home! Lovey art and sculpture about. Not a nick or flaw anywhere. Wonderful view and very peaceful neighborhood. We would recommend this home to everyone! Mahalo 🙂

We stayed at the house for 4 nights in January and it was a perfect base for our vacation. The house lived up to everything that was written about it! It has a modern, well-appointed kitchen and living area that opens up to a lanai with an amazing view of the waves crashing right up to the shore. We watched the gorgeous sunrise each morning. The house has lovely furnishings, airy rooms, large lanais on two levels with ample outdoor furniture, plus a large grassy area on the side. All stores and attractions are close by. Stay here and you will be very satisfied with your choice!

We stay in Hilo frequently and this is by far the best place we have stayed. Watched whales every day, great view from the deck. Loved the downstairs master, king bed, awesome tub. Brian was one of the best hosts we have staying with. This is his home and the decorating he has brought from around the world is fascinating. Very well stocked, every thing you need. Proximity to downtown Hilo is great. Love it, would highly recommend.

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely home. Plenty of room for our family of 5, all the kids had their own bed. Great location on the East side of the island just outside of Hilo. Loved sitting on the back deck looking out at the ocean.

Our party enjoyed staying at this beautiful home! I loved the open floor space and the outdoor seating with amazing views. The beds were comfortable and we had what we needed. We had a wonderful trip, and the host was available and very responsive. Amazing stay and I would definitely recommend!!

Super cool house. Great location. Awesome view. Great owner. Relaxing home on the ocean. Has everything you need.