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Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
On the beach, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo



This extraordinary property is across the street from the most beautiful beaches in Hilo. This property, with multiple Ka Wai Ola, (Living Springs) offers you all that Hawaii Island has to offer. Once only a place for Hawaii's royalty, we offer this very special property with historical and cultural significance. Beautiful ocean, offering wonderful views and the sweet sound of waves breaking on the rocks. The pristine ponds on the property rise and fall with the tide where you can swim and lounge in privacy.

Newly remodeled, and renovated, designed by Keala Wolf, and maintaining the look and feel of the "old Hawaii", there's no better place to experience what it means to be part of the Hawaiian culture. Immerse yourself in a magical place, and find the peace only available by the ocean in Leleiwi on Hawaii island.

The Nature Conservancy along with the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and the University of Hawaii at Hilo are conducting a global climate study at this very special property.

**Each bedroom has Air Conditioning Double pane windows and Private bathroom.
**All bedrooms have Serta Presidential mattresses.
**Custom Living Room Furniture.
**Reclaimed teak dinning table sitting 8.
**Bar B Que
**Hardwood floors

A new security system looks out onto the grounds and street beyond. No cameras see the house or lanai.

The house has an unusual configuration. The back two bedrooms, each with their own bathroom and A/C, are accessed from the covered lanai, and therefore have their own entrances. Tweens and teenagers love it, but it might be inappropriate for small children.

STVR Registration Number:19-360051
Non-conforming Use Certificate Number:19-1279


Property manager

Pepe Wolf

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-047-798-0672-01, TA-047-798-0672-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 9 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ken's House Of Pancakes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Don's Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waioli Lounge - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo located?

Nestled on the beach, this Keaukaha vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wanted to Stay Longer
It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kuira Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great home!!!!
Perfect place to stay while visiting hilo!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

bill h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
review
the property was very clean. we have been to Hawaii the last 4 years and this is by far the best place we have stayed in. The pictures on VRBO are just like the place looks.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing property! Enjoyed the ocean across the street! Very well stocked property.
We would definitely rent this place again. Loved watching Koa from the lanai!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MT TRAINING
GREAT HOUSE
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location with an outstanding property.
We loved the relaxed atmosphere of the area and the house was beautiful! I would go back again! Pepe made it so easy for us to get into the house (we got in rather late on our first day). Awesome home and property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
We loved having the beach across the street. Sunrise out on the rocks. Fish and frogs and geckos greeted us. And the A/C was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Getaway Cottage
We loved this property!! It was very clean and very well stocked and it was ideal for our group. We were a group of 6 adults and the set up was perfect. Two people per bedroom with plenty of gathering space inside and out. We took advantage of the proximity to the beach park and swam there everyday after exploring other sites in Hilo. I would highly recommend this property and I would love to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Healing Pond House
Our stay at the lovely healing pond house in Hilo was amazing! It was everything that we hoped it would be. It was clean, updated, in a beautiful location, close to snorkeling and town. Swimming in the pond was a wonderful experience as well. We would definitely recommend it and stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hilo
First time in Hilo, house was great, swimming just down the street for ocean water, fresh cold water across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise found
This location exceeded my expectations . I loved the layout, as did my adult children. It is ideally situations and close to downtown. However, it was the ocean, and the beauty and the peaceful porch I will remember. Thank you for the beach towel use, and being across from the best beach- very rocky wear water socks, but still best around.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dede R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Peaceful, quiet area, clean and cool property (literally and descriptively!) with separate AC controls in each of the 3 bedrooms. Bathrooms were amazing!! Loved the pond with fish and all of the outdoor spaces. Very easy drive to Hilo and great nearby restaurants - Seaside was wonderful!! Ocean access just across the street at 3 different public parks. Area felt very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little bit of paradise
We made ourselves at home quickly here and really didn’t want to leave. The ponds were ever changing and fun to explore. Just across the street is paradise and perfectly picturesque. Enjoy the walk either way down the coast. The lanai was perfect all day and night to relax on. The house had everything we needed. We’ll be back. Hilo has so much to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serge A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Sharing with other Couples
Ideally situated property. A short drive from the airport and across the street from an Ocean park. The property itself is uniquely designed with 3 separate units (main house with 1 bedroom), and two attached rooms with their own access (like a mini motel). This was ideal for us, 3 couples travelling together. Bathrooms and Kitchen are modern and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabell F., Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat Visitor
We live in Hawaii Island and first visited as a family while I was pregnant in June of 2021 and because we loved it so much we have made it a tradition to come back every July since. So we have celebrated my sons first and second birthdays here. Pepe is always happy to accommodate at any time and he’s been great! Looking forward to future stays at the beach house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fun stay in Hilo
This house is amazing. We loved the three private en suite bedrooms and expansive outdoor spaces to read, play games, eat meals, and generally enjoy vacation time. Proximity to the beach was perfect for us. Some people might not like the road noise. It did not bother us in the least. The quick steps to the beach was an even trade of for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Stephan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Lovely Site in Hilo
The property is well maintained, clean and as advertised. Note that the ice maker was nonfunctional and my text asking whether there might be ice trays we could use was answered informing me that I could buy ice in town. Uncertain whether every weekend is like this but the scene on the road out front was a bit much with locals racing by and burning rubber for much of the day. We were amazed to not see a single cop car go buy despite the scene.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura J., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical and even better than expected!!
The pictures don’t show the magic of sitting on the lanai overlooking the beautiful ponds (with a koi) to the dramatic ocean. We spent a lot of time on the lanai when not walking to the beaches right across the road. So cool! We saw sea turtles there and went into the water everyday. The location is great- close to town, easy to get to everything on that side of the island. The beds are comfortable and nice linens and towels are used. Bathrooms are very attractive and each has a double sink. Plus there’s a half bath near the kitchen. We only cooked breakfast- there are plenty of dishes, utensils and pots & pans. We loved staying here and definitely recommend it. Thank you, Pepe!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paricia S., Dayton, Oregon USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Lanai
Rain or shine the place to be in Hawai’i is a Lanai facing the ocean and the house Keaukaha in Hilo fits the bill. The house is a tastefully remodeled historic plantation house, although we only used it to sleep and cook. The beds are very comfortable, and the large showers invigorating. We spent the majority of our time in the fresh air of the Lanai and the parks across the street. From the comfort of the Lanai we viewed 3 species of Hawaiian endemic birds: the Nene - more beautiful than I imagined, ‘i’o - Hawaiian hawk carrying a large branch in her talons over the driveway and into the backyard, and the male ‘Aku’u (black crowned night heron) in his breeding plumage impersonating a statue. But my grandsons will be left with memories of Kai the Koi and the Green Sea Turtles at Richardson’s beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tifany T., Rancho Santa Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rainforest heaven
This is a great 3bed 3 1-2 bath home. Each room has private bathroom. Bedrooms have their own entrance and AC unit which is very helpful. The main living room and kitchen doesnt have ac so cooking was a little tough for us because it got hot. The grounds are amazingly beautiful, the pond was very pretty, cold to swim but beautiful. You are in the rainforest so expect it to be buggy, I have allergies to mosquitoes so I lived in DEET, and lavender oil. Beware Deet does kill coral so wash it off before going into the ocean. Also this is the rocky side of the island, white sandy beaches are on the kona side. However, if you're looking for a true hawaiian experience with super friendly locals, you have to stay here.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Whitney D., Helena, MT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, lovely lanai and pond
We really loved the location and sitting on the lanai watching the koi swim around. There were also some baby piggies that visited the property and the kids loved watching them. The bathrooms and kitchen were all in great shape. The beach parks were stunning and right out in front or a short walk. We really loved Hilo in general. A couple of things to note about this place: locals do like to play loud music while recreating at the beach park out front. It didn't bother us too much though. The back patio could use a cleaning and an update but we really didn't use it because the front was so nice. Lastly, I would not recommend jumping into the pond. A couple of us got bit by something in there. We could see the little welt bites. There is a warning in the book about it. Best to just admire the ponds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita P., Hamilton, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whales and waves
What an incredible find. We walked across the street every day to Hilo beaches to watch the waves. Take binoculars - most days we sat and watched humpback whales. Breathtaking! A short drive south and we watched dolphins. Hilo doesn't have much in the way of sandy beaches but these crashing waves on rock are fantastic. The house itself appears very newly renovated with high end appliances and fixtures. Pepe was very responsive. The property is heavenly; rain-forest foliage and ponds with decks front and back. Lots of birds and surprisingly few bugs. Lots of good restaurants and shopping minutes away. Don't miss the Farmers' Market. We were four seniors and enjoyed hanging out at the house and beach. Nearly perfect! Only one caveat - and not the owner's fault - the street in front of the house is the go-to strip for young men revving obnoxiously loud cars and speakers and burning rubber on Friday and Saturday nights. A shame, as peaceful weekend evenings on the deck were the price. Plan a restaurant meal on those nights.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing lagoon cottage
Our only regret is that we were only able to stay here for a couple of nights. It’s a nice, updated cottage that has everything you need. Comfortable beds, beautiful bathrooms and an updated, well equipped kitchen. The living room has a mid-century vibe, but we spent most of our time on the porch. It’s in a great location across the street from a couple of oceanfront parks. The house is surrounded by crystal clear lagoons. We saw lots of different birds and small fish and one beautiful koi. We saw turtles in the protected tide pools across the street. It’s a great place for sunsets. Maybe I didn’t read the property description thoroughly enough but one thing to be aware of is that the main cottage has the master bedroom, living room and kitchen. There are separate entrances with keypad locks to the other bedrooms. This was perfect for our group but might be something to think about if you are traveling with small children. They are all attached and accessible by a wrap around deck. Our friends and their 12yo took the room with the daybed. Our nearly 15yo was in heaven. He felt like he had his own apartment!! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

John O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay near Hilo
Good location across the street from snorkeling. Well equipped house. Back two bedrooms smell musty just spite they’re being air purifiers. House was not as clean as we would’ve expected and could use some maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Gorgeous home. Perfect for Hilo. Recommend trying it out!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024