Rental Details
Property Overview
Very unique property—like staying at a private resort, this listing is for TWO units on the same property with separate entrances. Located within minutes from downtown HIlo in a very quiet neighborhood, a short walk to a surfing beach and swimming river park… it’s everything for a group getaway.
Both upstairs and downstairs have full ocean views, with relaxing lanai furniture. Full kitchens in both units, washer and dryer on site… with stocked amenities.
A 3-minute walk takes you to watch surfers at Honoli'i Beach or to jump in the adjoining river for a refreshing swim. Explore the Big Island from the convenience of Hilo, or treat your stay like a resort vacation with the swimming pool just steps from your door.
The upstairs is airy and grand with unending ocean views; the downstairs is a more modest but also spacious fully stocked unit.
Together there are 3 bedrooms and 2 sofabeds.
Kitchens: Full-sized appliances, microwave and toaster oven, garbage disposal. Amenities and supplies cover basic needs, and we can also help with special requests if you can give us advance notice.
Living rooms: Each with a sofabed that sleeps two, 55-inch TV with digital channels (Spectrum) and internet connection to let you sign-in to your streaming services.
Dining area: Comfortably seats 4, as well as a breakfast counter in kitchen, and remote-controlled fan/light.
Lanai (porch): seats that look to the pool or ocean.
Pool: remodeled in October 2021, has a bahama (seating in shallow water) area and plenty of poolside lounging areas. Guests are given priority and exclusive use of pool (not shared while guests present).
Yard: very expansive grassy yard with unblocked ocean views. Guests are given priority and exclusive use of pool (not shared while guests present).
We provide linen (including beach towels), basic bathroom amenities, and can provide a pack-n-play, high chair or bbq grill upon request. Parking is available in our gated driveway that we share with our guests. We do recommend a local car rental company if you plan to explore the Big Island (they aren't kidding when they say big).
We encourage guests to research and expect that we live on the ocean in a tropical climate--Hilo is the more humid side of Big Island, which we love for the soft air, but can mean more rainfall. Birds, geckos and insects are common and will occasionally sneak close to the house. Though they are harmless, we take great pains to keep our house pest-free and pride ourselves on keeping a clean home. Coqui frogs are now a characteristic of HIlo, they are never seen but gently sing every night for a few hours starting at dusk. Expect to fall asleep to the sound of waves every night... and every day is a chance to watch the sun start a new day if you want to wake up that early!
Registration Number: GE-071-399-2704-01, 260250040000, TA-071-399-2704-01
Rental FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Hilo (postal 96720) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – Wainaku – 0.99 km to center), United States
- On the waterfront
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 12 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Private vacation home
- Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- 3 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Free WiFi
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Laundry facilities
- Near laundromat
- Washing machine and dryer
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
- BBQ grill grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Lanai / balcony
- Onsite parking
- BBQ grill
- Dryer
- Free Parking
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Pool
- 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
- Contactless check out 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 GE 071 399 2704 01, 260250040000, TA 071 399 2704 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.Note from host: Recommended supervision at pool.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
- Hiking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – Wainaku – 0.99 km to center), United States
- On the waterfront
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: Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a private vacation home rental.
Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?
The button opens the partner listing page where you can review final rates, fees, availability, policies and booking details.
Guest Reviews
Reviews
Perfect house for our family of 6. Amazing views and a great local location. Local surfing beach just a walk away. Mari is an amazing communicator and was dedicated to make our stay perfect. Amenities were a nice added touch! Sunrises were amazing and it was fun to watch the ships pass by. Local restaurants were really good. Beds were very comfortable. The house is an architectural dream!
Everything was wonderful. Welcome basket appreciated and house and grounds well kept and beautiful!!!!
We had a great stay in Hilo. Mari was super helpful and called us to walk through the home’s specifics. Two families on the trip and the property accommodated us well with two levels, and beautiful ocean views from the deck and pool. We saw a dozen dolphins. The kitchen had many spices and condiments and all the cooking supplies.
Just like pictures. Very clean.
Clean, as advertized, easy check in, great location.
We stayed at this lovely place for 5 days in Oct. Pros: - very clean; not fancy, but nice - nice appliances; well stocked kitchen - nicely landscaped yard with stunning ocean views and the lights of Hilo across the water at night - great communication from hosts - large windows/ sliding doors facing the ocean so great views even while eating or relaxing inside - comfy lounge chairs in the shade and by the pool - free use of the pool whenever we wanted (but we needed to skim it first because of many little bugs floating in the water) -wonderful ocean views, and that lovely sound of the surf crashing - walking distance to a surfing beach, not swimmable for us but neat to watch the surfers - quiet residential neighborhood but convenient to Hilo for groceries/ restaurants - quite a bit to see and do in the area and not as rainy as I was expecting Cons: - the frogs are very loud at night. My husband had no problem falling asleep and staying asleep. I had to sleep with a pillow covering my ears. Bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper - this is a lower floor unit so sometimes at night/ early morning I could hear people walking overhead or chairs being moved around. Ear plugs would have fixed that. -no laundry so fine for 5 days but not great for a longer visit
This place was just right for us. Near Hilo, just down the street from a lovely beach, waves crashed, frogs sang, unit was so comfortable, clean and had everything we needed including sharp knives! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. We loved the spectacular sunrises.
Beautiful view! Easy to communicate with the owner
It was very very narrow stone walkway down into the apartment Dangerous!!
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful. It's very clean and well stocked. Lots of special little touches. We very much appreciated the calm beauty.
Perfect for our needs
Beautiful home. Lived up to listing details. Right next to the beach. Beautiful ocean views.
Great place to stay if you love to surf! Spacious. Nice set up. Quiet. Safe.
Excellent location, host kind, beautiful house. All was as described. Private pool is a plus. All necessary amnesties for an excellent family vacation. Thank you Mari !
Great location on the ocean. Inside is Spartain and dated. Overhead stomping and other noise was annoying. The descending walkway was daunting for old guys.
First words out of my brides mouth when she got to the top of the stairs was, "Babe, you done good. Oh my God this is amazing." It was the perfect place to spent our week on the BI. We love this side of the island and the ability to be so far north and still be withing Hilo I'm 20 minutes was fantastic. We loved the views and the home. My now wofe wants to go back without the kids to enjoy this property all over just the two of us again. Hopefully not during the rainy season as much and for a longer stay if they do a longer term stay rate. It was breathtaking and I wouldn't have traded it for the world. It would be a home like it or this one I'd like to own one day that is for certain.
Great place to stay! Lovely to hear the waves at night. Host was great, very accommodating and helpful. Would highly recommend
Enjoyable and beautiful place. Very clean and well organized. Loved hearing the frogs at night and the sound of the ocean.
I have a deep appreciation for Hilo and aloha, This beautiful views this property offers can only be seen to fully appreciate its mesmerizing wonder. The hosts were excellent, the property was clean and well equipped with all the necessities. Mahalo
This lodging worked perfectly for my husband and I and our 21 year old son. The pull-out sofa is extremely comfortable. The kitchen was very well appointed with plenty of spices and starter sets of coffee and treats. The pool is lovely and refreshing and has three levels. The views of the cruise ships sailing into the port of Hilo each day was enjoyable. And Honoli’i beach is just a short walk up the street. The lodging provides guests with beach chairs, beach umbrella and kid boogie boards which is a very nice touch. There is also a booklet with suggested restaurants and sightseeing options throughout the areas of the island which was very helpful. We took the suggestions for Pineapple’s, Kenichi’s, and the Hilo Burger Bar and were glad we did. The hosts were very nice and helpful. We had a lovely time being their guests.
Great flat on the ocean with tranquil views, open windows all around that alloed you to hear all the tropical sounds of Hawaii. Beautiful grounds and pool with a comfy setting minutes from town and close to many points of interest. Enjoyed our stay!
Our hosts were excellent and responsive. Location and home as advertised. Thanks!
We loved staying here! The kids had a great time in the pool with the pool toys and variable depth water. We slept well at night in the comfy bed to the sounds of crashing waves and coqui frogs (they’re noisy but we loved it). The kids liked the couch bed. The space was open feeling, easy to access, very clean and well-appointed. Plenty of dishes, cooking gear, board games, art supplies, and other helpful odds and ends. It was easy to get to attractions around Hilo, Volcanoes Nat’l Park, etc. There was a helpful guide book by the hosts. The check-in/check-out process was easy. We would definitely stay again!
A lovely place with great ocean views! Peaceful, comfy!! The entrance was challenging for my husband who has mobility issues but otherwise, a wonderful stay!
Property as advertised, clean and well stocked. Great views and location to downtown Hilo, Volcanoes Natl Park and local state parks!
The place was just what we needed for a two week getaway.
Enjoy the sunrise or whale-watching through the huge windows of the spacious great room. Relax in or around the pool. Easily prepare meals on the well-equiped kitchen then store leftovers in the large assortment of sealable food containers. Buy lower-priced fresh fruits and veggies at the Hilo Farmers Market nearby. Take time to explore and hike. We especially like the Pololu Valley Trail and Volcanoes National Park.
Amazing view and love hearing the sound of the ocean. Accurately described in the listing
Beautiful spot right on the water, very close to town. Awesome property and kind hostess.
It was everything it said it would be.
This is an amazing property! The owners were so accommodating and pleasant. They were available if needed and even though they live on property it felt very private. The accommodations were clean and had everything we needed. Sleeping on comfortable king bed and sofa bed to the sounds of nature with the frogs, waves crashing on the shore and rain at times was incredible. The kids loved the pool and games. It was hard to leave and we will definitely book again when we come to the big island. Thanks again!
This was a great place to stay with everything we needed and everything in the kitchen marked so that we knew where everything was. Bed was comfortable and the bathroom was wonderful. The location was great to be able to see the beach from a lot of the large windows. Amazing hosts with wonderful communication! Can't wait to return for another visit!
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