Hawaii> Keaau
- 0 bedroom
- 1 bathroom
- Sleeps 2
A private studio cottage situated at the back of a one acre property. Surrounded by thick vegetation, you feel like you're in the jungle! Vaulted wood ceilings with exposed beams and optional dim mood lighting are two wonderful features.
Garden views surround from the 384sqft. lanai, giving you peace and privacy. Included on the lanai is a hammock for 2 (up to 500 lbs.), a portable gas BBQ grill that can be taken with you for day trips, patio furniture with mosquito net umbrella cover, wheeled cooler, beach mats, beach towels, snorkels and masks, beach chairs, 2 boogie boards, large beach umbrella and 2 large umbrellas for rainy days. The lanai is 8 feet wide and runs along two sides of the cottage, extending the living space. A roof overhang of 4 feet protects the lanai on rainy days so you can still enjoy being outside without getting wet. Listen to the roosters and other sounds of nature as you relax with your tea or coffee.
There are many sounds of nature all around us, primarily Hawaiian dove, coqui frogs at night, crickets, birds, and other frogs. We have small hobby farms on each side of us, so you will also hear their dogs, ducks, goats, chickens and roosters. I realize roosters can be very annoying if you are not used to them, so I have two fans in the unit that can be used to help muffle the sounds. There is also a sound machine with 10 different sound scenarios that is very effective in covering the roosters crowing. Roosters are very common throughout the Puna district - I've even heard them inside the Hilo airport post office! If roosters are a concern you want to avoid, be sure to ask your potential hosts about their own or neighboring roosters.
Inside sleeps 2 with a queen-size bed. The queen bed is medium firmness with a center reinforcement for back support and I've added a foam/memory foam pad and plush mattress cover for added comfort.
There is no A/C, however, there are two stand fans and a ceiling fan to help keep cool.
Dish satellite TV and internet are included. The TV is a 39" LED/HDTV with 120 channels.
Full kitchen with gas stove, oven, refrigerator. It is fully stocked with pots, pans and wok, utensils for eating and cooking, rice maker, microwave, crock pot, coffee maker and Starbucks coffee, blender, 4-slot toaster, 25 spices, and purified water dispenser. Dishes are a service for 4, including plates, bowls, wooden salad bowls, large coffee mugs, glasses, ...
Registration Number: GE-031-630-1824-01, TA-031-630-1824-01
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Reviews
Sharon P.
Dec 18, 2023
This studio has it all - everything needed to make your own meals, beach gear (snorkels, boogie boards, chairs, mats), and a wonderful outdoor eating/relaxing area. Karla is very friendly and wants the best for her guests. Her attention to detail is evident throughout the rental - from the welcome gift of eggs, butter, creamer, chocolates, and wine to the turtle covers on the toilet bolts (too cute - and something I want to find for myself!).
A perfect place to stay, relax, and explore the Hilo side of the island.
As with any place in Hawai'i, there are roosters. The host provides a white noise machine that works to keep them from waking you. There are also coqui frogs - which we quite enjoy, but can be loud at night if you're not used to them. The white noise machine works to cancel their noise, too.
Wifi is strong, so digital nomads could work from here.
Definitely a 10/10.
Kari G.
Oct 07, 2023
First of all, the hostess Karla was so sweet and kind and met us when we showed up. She showed us around the beautiful house and had chilled wine and chocolates waiting for us. The house was clean and super cute! It has a hammock and an enclosed dining room out on the deck. She also has boogie boards and snorkels, towels, and a cooler. There’s a full kitchen cute living room and a comfy bed. I would rent this house over and over again.
Matthias S.
Sep 23, 2023
This was our second stay in Karlas cottage.
Wonderful little spot with an awesome porch and everything what you need for good time.
Karla is a fantastic host, very thoughtful.
We would highly recommend this place and we will return for sure.
All the best for Karla.
Becky H.
Sep 14, 2023
Just a vacation to enjoy the island.
Dale W.
Aug 17, 2023
Cute property just right for the 2 of us. We were on the Hilo side to explore east and south of the big island and this place was a great base. Clean and serene with a great lanai. Mahalo
Whitney S.
Jul 19, 2023
This place is a great stay that is also very affordable. It was a great location for our adventures all across the island. Karla was very helpful in showing us around and making us feel right at home. It is such a cozy and beautiful place! We would absolutely love to come back some day!
Christel V.
Jun 25, 2023
This was the perfect quiet home base for our stay. We loved falling alseep to the coqui frogs and being greeted by the little geckos around the property. This unit has pretty much everything you could need and then some. Communication was easy. I would definitely stay again!
Chris H.
May 19, 2023
From the moment we arrived we knew we had made the right decision.
Karla greeted us when we arrived and showed us around. We wanted for nothing while we were there.
Welcome basket far exceeded expectations, as did the supplies that were there for us to use.
The Guidebook provided was very detailed, offered many siggestions and answered a lot of questions we had.
Centrally located , was 20 mins to Hilo and 30 mins to Volcano Nat Park.
Slept very well as the bed was quite comfortable.
Lanai had great patio furniture, comfy hammock and bbq.
Landscaping was incredible, we found new plants to look at almost every day. The young pineapples were very cool.
Any emails/requests/questions were responded to in minutes.
On site laundry was a great bonus as we stayed for a month.
We cannot thank you enough for hosting us during our sons graduation from university, We hope to be able to return someday to stay with you again.
We cannot recommend this property more.
Vacation of a lifetime, and this cottage was a big part of it.
Arceli (Sal) S.
Mar 12, 2023
Karla’s cottage is one of the most well-appointed rentals you will find. She has gone above and beyond to provide everything you may need and then some (wine, chocolates, eggs, butter, etc). The property is close enough to serve as a ‘home base’ for exploring everything on this side of the island but remote enough to rest and recharge in a secluded location. Recommend without hesitation!
Ronald Y.
Feb 24, 2023
This is a great stay for those wishing to explore the Hilo side of the Big Island. It's located in a secluded area that makes you feel like you're in Hawaiian tropical forest. It features a beautiful lanai that makes the morning perfect. Karla was very welcoming and we really appreciated the use of the washer and dryer (particularly with the rain we experienced!)
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