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
Jacob R.
Nov 17, 2024
Clean, as advertized, easy check in, great location.
Lori J.
Oct 28, 2024
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
Mary B.
Oct 10, 2024
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.
Sep 19, 2024
Beautiful view! Easy to communicate with the owner
Suzanne L.
Sep 16, 2024
It was very very narrow stone walkway down into the apartment
Dangerous!!
Alain T.
Jul 30, 2024
Great place to stay if you love to surf! Spacious. Nice set up. Quiet. Safe.
Monica T.
Jul 14, 2024
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 !
CRAIG f.
Jul 13, 2024
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.
Adam M.
Jul 04, 2024
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.
Devin S.
Jun 24, 2024
Great place to stay! Lovely to hear the waves at night. Host was great, very accommodating and helpful. Would highly recommend
Frank S.
May 30, 2024
Enjoyable and beautiful place. Very clean and well organized. Loved hearing the frogs at night and the sound of the ocean.
Carl F.
May 18, 2024
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
Krista G.
May 02, 2024
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.
Lowell T.
Apr 13, 2024
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!
Heather H.
Apr 13, 2024
Our hosts were excellent and responsive. Location and home as advertised. Thanks!