Rental Details
Property Overview
This hidden gem, nestled amongst lush greenery in Paauilo Mauka, offers a peaceful refuge during your Big Island adventures. Our two-bedroom, garden apartment is situated on the ground level of the historic Main House at Keolamauloa Homestead. With a private entrance, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bathroom overlooking ferns and the pond below, this retreat has everything you need. Each bedroom has a double-size bed, and one includes the soothing sound of a small waterfall outside. A pull-out couch can accommodate an additional 1-2 guests. The cozy living room is stocked with books on Hawaiian culture and botany and includes a propane fireplace for cool evenings.
Please note that the apartment is accessed via a sidewalk that includes several steps, and there are also a few steps inside, including a shower/bath combo that requires stepping in. These features may be considerations for guests with mobility concerns.
Wake up to the sounds of birds in the surrounding native O’hia, Kukui, and Koa trees, relax in our Japanese-style wood soaking tub, take a cool dip in our pond, or lie on the grass under the sun. In the evening, you might enjoy the firepit while listening to tree frogs and crickets and stargazing in the backyard.
Keolamauloa will welcome you home, whether you've taken a stroll in our rural neighborhood, explored nearby Kalopa State Park and historic Honoka’a town, or ventured out to Kohala, Kona, Hilo, or Volcano.
Registration Number: GE-082-401-5360-01, TA-082-401-5360-01
Rental FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Paauilo (postal 96776) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Paauilo, HI (Hamakua Coast – 0.15 km to center), United States
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 5 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Private vacation home
- Property does not allow children
- Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)
- 2 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- Sofa bed
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
- WiFi available
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Laundry facilities
- Near laundromat
- Washing machine and dryer
- Hot tub
- BBQ grill grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Lanai / balcony
- Car required
- Onsite parking
- BBQ grill
- Dryer
- Extra Bed
- Fireplace
- 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
- 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 GE 082 401 5360 01, TA 082 401 5360 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- This property does not allow children.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golf nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Location: Paauilo, HI (Hamakua Coast – 0.15 km to center), United States
- In a rural location
- 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 explore. Parking notes: Car required, Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is an apartment rental.
Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?
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Guest Reviews
Reviews
Everything was fantastic! Will be staying there again!
We had the most amazing time. The accommodations were the best we have ever experienced! Sally was very attentive - she even gave me minute-by-minute updates when the electricity went out due to a storm. The beautiful property and home were among our top favorite things from this trip - thank you!
We had a wonderful stay here. Communication was excellent with host and the property was just what we needed. Couldn't have asked for a better first stay in Hawaii! Everything was wonderful.
Everything was great!
Loved the setting. Bed was really comfortable. Kitchen was adequate for our needs. Really quiet setting. Hot tub was interesting but great. The high wall into the shower was a surprise. Didn't see that in the property description on vrbo. Fortunately we are pretty spry for 75 & 77, but others less physicalky abke could have had a real problem. Had communication with manager but no response to our replies, wondered if i was doing it wrong. All in all we enjoyed our stay.
Gorgeous property! LOVED the hot tub! Cute place!
We wanted to get away from it all for a couple days and this was a great escape! Quiet, peaceful, and relaxing.
We totally loved this property, Sally was so easy to work with and we have absolutely no complaints except we couldn’t stay longer!! The property is simply beautiful!!!! You felt like you’re really in a Hawaiian Paradise! ! At night you can sit by the fire pit or soak in the hot tub and just listen to nature!! The home was spacious and we didn’t need to ask for anything more!!! Staying there brought me to a place that I can honestly was I was the most relaxed ever on Amy trips I ever taken !! I HIGHLY RECOMMENDED this paradise retreat.
If anything, the pictures etc do not do this property justice. Everything about it is wonderful. We were able to completely relax. This place is very very special and glows with care. Thanks so much!
We were very impressed and happy with our stay here! We loved having the kitchen to cook our own meals and listening to some tunes on their record player. They have dehumidifiers in the room, which we really appreciated because this is the wet side of island it is pretty humid. For the most part we were up and gone while it was still dark out side and came back after the sun had set. The last day we made a point to come back early to have a relaxing night in their hot tub. It was wonderful and I couldn’t believe that we didn’t do it sooner. You could enjoy your vacation just as much with out ever leaving their property. I recommend visiting the vanilla farm up the road! Its within walking distance and they have great coffee and delicious bread pudding.
You will not find a more unique and relaxing property in all of Hawaii. We spent a week here exploring this property and the area around it. Wish we could have stayed longer. Apartment offers everything you need on your vacation.
The apartment, located on a large property, was clean, spacious and beautifully decorated with the hosts’ art. Our stay there was so peaceful and relaxing with the sound of birds and frogs, and the water fountain flowing in the koi pond below our bedroom window. From there we were able to explore the eastern and northern parts of the island. We would definitely come back!
The downstairs apartment was well equipped, very clean, and quite comfortable. The setting was lovely and very peaceful. The lanai was a terrific place to "hang out". The Lundburg family treated us very well and were quite accommodating.
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Paauilo, Big Island
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