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Welcome to Hawaiian Treehouse Vibe: Your Tropical Jungle Escape
Aloha and welcome to Hawaiian Treehouse Vibe, where rustic Mexican charm meets an authentic Hawaiian vibe. Nestled within one acre of lush tropical jungle, our unique property offers a peaceful sanctuary filled with the soothing sounds of the ocean, singing birds, and coqui frogs.
We are centrally located on the Big Island—the only Hawaiian island with an active volcano—and sit just a short 5-minute walk from the breathtaking Paradise Cliffs. Whether you want to explore nearby black sand beaches, hike through volcanic landscapes, or relax in a hammock beneath the trees, Casa by the Sea is the perfect home base for your Hawaiian adventure.
Please note: To ensure all guests have an exceptional experience, we have a maximum stay policy of 7 nights.
Accommodation & Sleeping Arrangements
Our private, treehouse-style log home comfortably sleeps up to 5 adults and 1 small child across three distinct sleeping areas:
- Third-Floor Loft: Features 1 King bed, a smart TV, and its own dedicated portable air conditioning unit.
1. Loft Accessibility Disclosure Important Loft Accessibility Note: The beautiful upper loft bedroom is accessed via a turning staircase with solid wood steps and safety handrails. While fully built to local county building codes and equipped with anti-slip grip tape and motion-activated night lighting, this space may not be suitable for toddlers, older adults, or anyone with limited mobility. If you or your guests prefer to avoid stairs, please utilize the main living and bedding areas.
- Second-Floor (Connecting Rooms):
- Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed, a smart TV, and its own dedicated portable air conditioning unit.
- Bedroom 2: 1 Full bed, 1 Single bed, a smart TV, and a high-powered fan to keep the space comfortable and breezy.
- Bathrooms: One full bathroom with a combination bathtub/shower inside, plus a beautiful half-bath featuring an outdoor cedar-wood shower downstairs for nature lovers.
Premium Amenities:
We provide everything you need for a relaxing, stress-free vacation:
- Main Living Space: A powerful 24,000 BTU main A/C unit beautifully cools the 1,200 sq. ft. living area, keeping the heart of the home crisp and comfortable.
- Kitchens & Dining: A fully equipped main kitchen upstairs, plus a convenient downstairs kitchenette (complete with a mini-fridge and stovetop). Enjoy your meals at the indoor dining tables or out on the spacious deck.
- Living: A massive 300 sq. ft. elevated Lanai (deck) offering bird's-eye views of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on clear days. Downstairs, you'll find a lounge area with hammocks, Adirondack chairs, and a complimentary gas propane BBQ.Important BBQ Rule: Guests are required to use the provided cast iron skillet when cooking on the BBQ to prevent grease buildup. Failure to use the skillet will result in a $150.00 cleaning fee.
- Entertainment & Tech: High-speed Wi-Fi, a dedicated laptop workspace, and Smart TVs in every room equipped with Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Discovery Plus.
- Vacation Essentials: Complimentary washer and dryer (please note that we do not provide laundry detergent, but you can easily pick some up at a nearby local store), fresh linens, and beach towels.
- Island Bounty: Feel free to pick fresh lemons, lilikoi (passionfruit), avocados, or coconuts right from the ground when in season!
The Authentic Island Experience:
Casa by the Sea offers a unique, immersive nature experience rather than a traditional, cookie-cutter resort stay. We pride ourselves on offering an unforgettable, budget-friendly adventure for travelers with an open mind and a love for nature.
Because we are immersed in a vibrant ecosystem, you will experience the authentic sounds of the island. You will likely hear free-roaming roosters, tropical birds, and frogs at night. The house is set far back from the road behind a natural vegetation buffer, ensuring excellent privacy and a wonderful "treehouse" feel.
House Rules & Disclosures:
- Maximum Stay: 7 nights.
- BBQ Policy: You must use the provided cast iron skillet on the gas propane BBQ. A $150.00 cleaning fee will be charged if food is cooked directly on the grill grates without the skillet.
- Hawaii Wildlife & Gecko Disclosure: Embracing the Tropics—Our treehouse is located in a lush, natural environment near Hilo & Volcano. You will likely encounter local geckos during your stay. In Hawaii, geckos are a celebrated and welcome part of the local ecosystem. Geckos are beneficial to Hawaii homes primarily because they act as natural, free pest control by eating common household bugs like cockroaches, ants, spiders, and mosquitoes. They are completely safe, clean, and viewed as harmless roommates and cultural symbols of good luck and protection!
- Resident Cats & Property Wildlife:
- Resident Cats (Nala & Torte): We maintain a managed feeding station on-site for my two friendly, fully socialized resident cats as well as a small feral colony which most likely you will not encounter.
- Cat House Rules: Nala & Torte are strictly outdoor cats. Please keep doors securely closed to prevent them from slipping inside. You may see them roaming the property—they love hanging out and sleeping on the deck! Please be kind to them, but do not feed them or allow them inside the rental house at any time.
- Treats & Feeding: The cats are on a strict, healthy diet. Please do not feed them human food or table scraps. If you would like to give them approved treats, just reach out.
- Important Safety: Please do not lock the cats inside the rental or any downstairs enclosed areas when you close up.
- Local Wildlife: You may also see wild chickens and roosters roaming the property. For everyone's safety, please do not feed or disturb any of the local animals.
- Property Security: For guest safety and property protection, exterior security cameras are active on the grounds only. They are located at the property entrance/driveway, the front door/steps, the cat station (staff only), and the back propane shed (staff only). There are no cameras inside the home.
- Registration: STVR-19-365359 / NUCR-20-1838
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
We recommend renting a vehicle to explore the island (a 4-wheel drive is highly recommended if you plan to navigate the steep drive up to the Mauna Kea Observatory Visitor Center).
Local Favorites Nearby:
- Paradise Cliffs & Ocean Views: 1-block walk
- Pahoa Village (Restaurants & Shops): 15-minute drive
- Mackenzie State Park & Pohoiki Black Sand Beach: 15–20 minute drive
- Hilo Bay & Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo: 20–25 minute drive
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: 35-minute drive
- Akaka Falls & Punalu'u Black Sand Beach: ~1-hour drive
Your hammock, a gentle breeze, and the magic of Hawaii are waiting for you.
We look forward to hosting your unforgettable getaway!
Registration Number: TA-006-754-9184-01, GE-006-754-9184-01, 150550350000
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Guest reviews
The treehouse was pretty cool. It's in a quiet neighborhood a block or so from the ocean. At night the place turns into a jungle experience with all the sounds you might expect (frogs, birds, etc). The grounds is beautiful and the place is very unique. It reminded me of our Northwoods cabin but with all the luxuries of a modern home (ac, Internet, huge shower, nice kitchen). The only things I didn't like were the gate, which they ask you to close and lock. It was just kind of a pain. The water situation was a little weird with needing to get drinking water (they told us not to drink the tap water). That's probably more of a big Island thing though or common to that area. The other thing was the cats. Two of the cats didn't get along with each other so I didn't like them getting to close to me or the kids. By themselves they were fine but they did tend to hang by the door and make noise. To be fair I'm not a huge cat person and the host was upfront about it. Overall it didn't detract too much from our experience, although I think it prevented us from utilizing to porch more. Also, the place only has one exit as the front patio door is labeled non functional. That is something I found to be a little inconvenient. All things considered it's a cool place. The host was very responsive and helpful with ideas, etc. Location is great if you are considering something near Hilo or Volcano National Park.
A truly serene and special place — set on a park-like property surrounded by lush greenery and soothing jungle sounds. The home was spotless, private, and beautifully decorated with thoughtful touches everywhere. The outdoor space was fantastic for relaxing and unwinding. Just a short walk leads to dramatic ocean cliffs — rough, wild, and absolutely breathtaking. Perfect spot to recharge and connect with nature. Our kids never stopped exploring and can't stop talking about the Tree House.
This was a great Hawaiian home! It was cute & unique. My kids loved it. We ate meals and lounged on the porch daily. Everyone loved the outdoor showers. Highly recommend for those looking to immerse themselves in the Hawaiian vibe!
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Keaau, Big Island
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Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Keaau (postal 96749) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Keaau, HI (Waa Waa – Hawaiian Paradise Park – 2.91 km to center), United States
- In the mountains
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 6 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Private vacation home
- Eco friendly cleaning products provided
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Recycling
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Unit size: 1648 sq ft (153 sq m)
- Uses some LED lighting
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- WiFi available
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine and dryer
- Lanai / balcony
- BBQ grill grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Onsite parking
- A/C
- BBQ grill
- Crib
- Dryer
- Free Parking
- Heater
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Living Area
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Toys
- TV
- Washer
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 4:00 PM
- Check out before 11:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 18
- Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
- 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 TA 006 754 9184 01, GE 006 754 9184 01, 150550350000
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?
- Location: Keaau, HI (Waa Waa – Hawaiian Paradise Park – 2.91 km to center), United States
- In the mountains
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 visit. Parking notes: Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a private vacation home rental.
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