Traditional Hawai'i home near Hilo town - solar powered!

Hilo · Big Island · 4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms · Sleeps 10 · 9.4/10 · 116 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

E komo mai (welcome!) to this 1940s plantation-era home in Hilo, the cultural center of Hawai’i. Here, you can hang loose and absorb the spirit of aloha while you explore the windward, tropical side of our island, including the Hamakua Coast and Volcano National Park. The house is located just minutes from famous sites, including Rainbow Falls, Pe'epe'e Falls, the Boiling Pots rapids, and Kaumana Cave (an extinct lava tube).

Outside, the expansive second floor lanai offers views of Hilo to the east and Mauna Kea peeking above the jungle treetops to the west. The house rests on a lovely palm-fringed half acre, populated by geckos, mongooses, mynah birds and others. Let the song of tree frogs send you to sleep, and roosters rouse you for another exciting day. Expect visits from the ubiquitous friendly green geckos. Enjoy preparing Hawaiian foods from Hilo's famous outdoor market in the spacious kitchen & outdoor grill, while your keiki (children) play ping-pong downstairs or explore the jungly yard.

Inside, the main living space is on the second floor, inviting gentle trade winds to flow. Four bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen, huge lanai, and living room are upstairs. Upstairs rooms are equipped with ceiling fans, but no A/C. Downstairs are rumpus room, Full bath, plus laundry and outdoor shower. Accommodates up to 7 adults (in regular beds) and 3 children (on inflatable mattress and floor futons).

The house is stocked with linens, and beach towels, games, and books about Hawaiian topics (travel, children’s books, novels, and local cookbooks). Downstairs is an enormous rumpus room with ping pong table and a Hawaiian motif stone mosaic floor original to the house. Also downstairs is an additional half bath, laundry facilities, and an outdoor shower. Mahalo for rinsing sandy toes after the beach!

Nightly rates are for up to 6 people ($50 additional charge for each additional person). 5% discount applies to stays of 30+ nights!

This home is located just 3 miles from Hilo’s museums and restaurants and 4-5 miles from Hilo’s airport and best snorkeling, at Richardson’s Beach. Not to be missed is a trip to Mauna Kea’s Visitor Center for night stargazing (free, open until 10pm nightly), just 30 miles away. It is also an easy 25-mile drive for a convenient day trip to Volcano National Park. On another day, take a leisurely drive north on the Hamakua Coast to visit the amazing Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden (9 miles), or the historic sugar industry towns of Honomu (13 miles) and Honoka’a (43 miles). Take the Saddle Road across the island’s center 75 miles to reach Kona’s airport and leeward beaches.

Registration Number: 250220190000, TA-126-353-6128-01, GE-126-353-6128-01

Rental FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this vacation rental located?
  • City: Hilo (postal 96720) Hawaii

Nearby highlights

  • Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – 3.15 km to center), United States
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 10 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Private vacation home
  • Unit size: 1640 sq ft (152 sq m)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • WiFi available
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Lanai / balcony
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
  • Arcade
  • BBQ grill
  • Dryer
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Outdoor Hot tub / space
  • Toys
  • TV
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check out before 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check in age: 25
  • Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check in available
  • You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
  • Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Property Registration Number 250220190000, TA 126 353 6128 01, GE 126 353 6128 01
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets not allowed
  • Children are welcome.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – 3.15 km to center), United States
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?

A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to explore. Parking notes: Car required, Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a private vacation home rental.

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Guest Reviews

Reviews

John S.10.0/10
Jan 10, 2026

Location good, house very satisfactory. Didn’t really do anything except sleep there.

Barbara C.10.0/10
Jan 8, 2026

Our host was welcoming, responsive and very accommodating. The house itself was very spacious. Bedding and towels were nice and plentiful. Kitchen was well equipped. outdoor space very nice for breakfast and evenings. We had a lovely few days in Hilo.

Barbara B.10.0/10
Jan 5, 2026

Beautiful home in lush surroundings. Huge lanai was so awesome. We all loved staying in this house. We were all excited to come home to this place each night after exploring the east side. Really cool place with lots of character in a really nice neighbourhood of Hilo. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Kimberly H.4.0/10
Dec 31, 2025

WiFi did not work. Not enough toiletries for our long stay. Then upon check out, we were charged for “damages” that we did not cause during our stay but were reported as such. We love Hawaii but will never recommend this home again.

Rhonda H.10.0/10
Oct 13, 2025

Awesome place!

Czamira A.10.0/10
Aug 7, 2025

Easy check in/entrance. Lots of amenities. Nice peaceful neighborhood. Very close to everything on Hilo side.

Kelly B.10.0/10
Jun 9, 2025

Lots of space to spread out. LARGE kitchen space. Beds very comfortable 3 bathrooms! Deck was large frog/birds serenading was enjoyed by all.

Khanh8.0/10
May 14, 2025

We like it that it was close to everything, had all the amenities you would need and the property was huge. But there were a few things that made me not give a 5 star. The 3rd bathroom was not convenient. It was in the lowest level of the house in a corner. So the 3 bedrooms including the master had to share 1 bathroom. I like to have my own bathroom so my husband and I had to take the room with a twin bed in it. That room was small and some of the window panes were broken so we could not close it. We had to hear the frogs making noise all night long. Also, one of the bathrooms were not clean and the fridge had a few stains that were not cleaned. Other than that, it was a good place for us to stay for a few days.

Ann K.8.0/10
Apr 13, 2025

This was a nice home base for our adventures on the Hilo side of the island. Great communication with Suzy, cozy beds and lovely beach gear.

Melissa K.10.0/10
Mar 23, 2025

House was beautiful, spacious and well stocked with everything you need to your stay, including beach chairs and boogie boards (we did not need them this trip but was nice to have available). It is an older home but is well cared for with some updates. We had a very lovely, comfortable stay.

Bill L.10.0/10
Feb 9, 2025

Lovely setting with lots of birds singing. Host had lots of helpful suggestions about fun and food. Would definitely come again.

Megan S.10.0/10
Aug 16, 2024

We had a fantastic time staying here. Both the house and the yard are beautiful. My young boys loved playing ping pong and hanging out in the treehouse. They also loved finding fruit, frogs, and geckos in the yard. Wonderful property.

Tammy P.10.0/10
Aug 2, 2024

Everything about this home is five star. It is comfortable, beautifully decorated and equipped with anything we could possibly need. The lanai is the perfect place to have your morning coffee while enjoying the views. The downstairs game room/workout area was wonderful. The yard was perfect for the kids to play in. It is enclosed (except for the entrance of the driveway) and the kids are safe to play and run. We are truly thankful for a place we could bring our family, be in Hawaii and really enjoy the things the island has to offer that you miss staying at a hotel. Book this home, I promise you will be thankful you did!!

Robert G.10.0/10
Jun 14, 2024

Another adult coach/chaperone and I stayed here with our youth basketball team. It was very spacious and accommodating to our entire group. The kitchen is large but needs some updated cookware. Downstairs has a ping pong table and is a good place for the kids to hangout. It is a large, older home so there are some minor repairs needed throughout the home but overall it was functional. The property manager was very prompt in responding to our questions and needs. We would definitely consider renting this home in the future.

Colette10.0/10
Feb 11, 2024

This was a typical traditional Hilo home. It reminded me of my grandparent's house. It was very clean and had an ample supply of towels and blankets (it can get cold). The property was close to the center of town (5 minutes) but tucked away in the cool, foresty hillside. The grounds were lovely and the tangerines from the tree were juicy and sweet. We used this as a hub for our fishing and golfing activities and ate out most of the time. We bought poke and spent a nice lunch time on the deck. It was a perfect getaway from Honolulu.

Anita R.10.0/10
Dec 17, 2023

The home is full of love and was well stocked for a Hawai'i holiday! The entire space was comfortable, clean, and had a great energy. Thank you~

Daniel H.8.0/10
Nov 30, 2023

We were exploring big island with our family (4 adults and 3 kids) and enjoyed the stay. The lawn, table tennis and patio were very much enjoyed by our kids.

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