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Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4136 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise!

Overlooking ancient lava ocean cliffs, Temple Tree Retreat is designed to see and feel nature all around you. Our home has three main living spaces - you get the entire property to yourselves. The main area hosts the kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and laundry room. Another area is a bedroom/bathroom suite and the third area is a library and office space with a pull out couch bed. The three areas are connected by a covered, open lanai that serves as a cool gangway with amazing ocean views from every plank. Live the Adventurer's life, be a pirate for a week, explore this astounding island from your home port of Temple Tree Retreat.

Temple Tree Retreat has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Please respect our max occupancy of 4 guests until our water system capacity is increased.

Here's a list of our amenities:
Bedroom 1 (up the spiral stairs): Cal-King bed, streaming TV, 360 degree windows with oceanfront views
Bedroom 2 (separate suite): Queen bed, streaming TV, ensuite bathroom, ocean views from your bed
Bedroom 3 (downstairs, main area): Full bed, near the bathroom
Library (separate area): Full size pull-out couch bed, desk, lounge chairs, stunning ocean views
FREE WiFi
Kitchen: refrigerator, cook top, oven, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker and more. Also fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes and flatware.
Two bathrooms, each with a walk-in shower, toilet and sink.
Laundry room with washer and dryer
Gas grill on the lanai
Security alarm
Off street free parking
Gated entry driveway

This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-074-478-0288-01
STVR-19-363885
NUC-19-1500

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Whale watching nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1461 sq ft (136 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-074-478-0288-01, TA-074-478-0288-01

Property is also known as

2624-237278

About the neighborhood

Map
Keaau, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 11 min drive - 4.2 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 30 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 31 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Port of Hilo - 35 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 39 min drive - 32.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) away.

Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

StevenPatty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property but short on pots and pans
the views were beautiful and property quiet. The kitchen was missing items like baking pans for appetizers or a pizza which would have been helpful. Activities were cut short by the approaching tropical storm Hone which is scheduled to hit after check out time and may be a problem on our trip to our other half of our stsy on the Kailus-Kona side making this more of an adventure than we planned for but things happen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
Amazing views
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean view
The view and having our own private areas made this rental a gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home!!!!
The place right on the ocean with an amazing view, the sunrise and the waves was just great. A very unique lodging. The only thing we were missing was a big table and chairs outside. The inside dining table and chairs were not very big and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Brilliance!
It was wonderful!!! The home was beautiful, well kept, and had all we needed and more to make our vacation fantastic! We loved being on the ocean and having the sun wake us in the mornings. We viewed whales in the blue ocean from the yard or when we were seated on the porch areas. Several turtles would show up every day along the ocean wall. The home is located in a quiet area not too far from Hilo. There was a book in the house that gave info on beaches, dining, etc. That was very helpful. Comfortable beds, beautiful kitchen with all the things needed for cooking, large laundry room, and very clean, comfortable home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
Private, unique, great location. Ocean views and sounds. Whales present in the winter. Interesting birds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Lodgings
We had a great time at Temple Tree. A very unique lodging experience with incredible sunrises out the bedroom window. Multiple whale sightings including some real close to shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
This is a great place to stay if you want peace and quiet with beautiful views! My only complaint is that it’s extremely dark at night! We arrived at night and it was difficult to open the gate, get inside, and find light switches. We discussed this ahead of time, and they said they would leave lights on for us, but that unfortunately didn’t happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Temple Tree Retreat - An Adventurer's Oceanfront Paradise!
This place is absolutely beautiful. The house is well maintained and has plenty of room for a large group. The outside view is one of the best on the island. Sunrise and sunsets at the house are very special. Hearing the rain, crash of the waves, and breeze from the ocean is so peaceful before going to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overwhelmingly Perfect
It was such a beautiful location and amazing beach house that I don't know where to start. From the majesty of the giant waves crashing against the lava rock cliffs, to the sound of the rainforest surrounding us with the songs of birds and frogs, it was truly the quintessential paradise that we hoped for. Loved every minute there!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Beautiful and comfortable location with great features and an amazing view of the ocean. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect views
We loved the space and location. Steps away from the ocean and a short drive away from many of the locations we were headed to. Such a peaceful space. Will be back with family for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H., Fort Wayne, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique, Special Experience
This property provided a very special experience for us. The location is amazing, the listing/photos are accurate. The sunrise views from the bedrooms were magical. There is no AC, we were there the first week of Sept and it was 82 outside and around 87 inside the house. It was a little warm, but quickly cooled down in the evening. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost perfect
We enjoyed our stay. The property was very unique, as depicted in the pictures. It was awesome being so close to the ocean. The kitchen met our needs, but we did not try to grill. It was amazing having laundry, especially since we spent a week on another island prior to coming here. Our favorite part about the property was sitting under the stars, hearing the ocean waves crash. The property is located about 30 minutes from major shopping areas (Safeway, Target, Walmart) and Hilo. We didn't mind the drive. The hosts left a binder with things to do, places to visit, including restaurants, and details about the property, which was helpful. The house is about a 40 minute drive to Volcanoes National Park, and about an hour and a half drive from Kona. Even though it was a challenging hike to get to (rocks, roots, and mud), we really enjoyed Shipman's Beach, which is located within the neighborhood. The one thing we did not like was that the upstairs (master) bedroom gets so hot that it made it difficult for my husband and me to get a good night's sleep. We understand it is the norm to not have air conditioning in Hawaii, but the room up there does not cool off very well, even with the windows open and the fans on. Our boys slept in the other 2 bedrooms and their rooms cooled down in the evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Laurie W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Really Run Down
This property is very run down. Beware: the pictures look great, but unfortunately the actual house is very disappointing. Lots of rust and mold which we know can happen on the Hilo side of the island due to the moisture, but we stayed in another house in this exact neighborhood previously and it was much nicer and did not have any issues. The layout is very odd with no good space to gather to eat or hang out to socialize. There were 4 very old plastic outdoor chairs so sitting or eating outside was not possible. The Weber grill was totally rusted and did not work. The whole place smelled musty and there is no AC ( they say they have a portable floor unit but it was very old and sis not work). We had to call maintenance to have them put a screen on our door so that we could open it to get some air flow. The and the fixtures and amenities in the house are not high quality. There is a real hodge-lodge of kitchen items and they have far too many platters and cups but not enough plates or bath towels. Cleanliness was lacking. There was leftover food in the refrigerator and freezer from the last guests (not just the typical condiments that you sometimes find). They keys were very confusing and we ended up locked out. The maintenance person came but did not have back up keys so he had to crawl through an upstairs window to unlock the door. I hate to leave a bad review-but Hawaii is an expensive trip of a lifetime for many, so they need to know!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn S.

Vacation 2023
We enjoyed the house. Unfortunately, we both got sick two days after being there. We probably caught something on the airplane. The view was amazing! We did have some problems with the TVs working correctly. Also one room with the air conditioner and it was so musty that we could not use it. Being to women alone, we were a little concerned about people walking in front of the property after dark. We had no problems with anybody but after we got used to it, it didn’t bother us too much. We did have a few issues with some maintenance. The property manager very nice and came out to fix the issues. I would recommend this house to anybody else.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique place with a great view and cool cliffs
The place is really cool and different. I like the fun multiple cabin sections. I think the only challenge was that the upstairs bedroom get's incredibly hot during the day which makes it kind of uncomfortable to stay in bed for as long as one would like to, and the windows from up there with an ocean view have a lot of salty ocean water on them so the view feels a little muddled. But these are kind of understandable things given the location and the way the place is built.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazingly Beautiful!
This is, hands down, one of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed. The setting is just gorgeous! The house is clean, check in and out was a breeze and communication was excellent. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Harvey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house with minor shortcomings
The plus: location, space, kitchen and bath rooms. The minus: in need of TLC and some design issues. Overall: very enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay at Temple Tree Retreat
Enjoyed this unique home. Comfortable. Quiet. Private. Especially enjoyed listening to the crashing waves while falling asleep at night and when waking up in the morning.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view!
Enjoyed our trip to this waterfront get away. Waves crashing on the cliff, frogs croaking at night, and periodic showers were the nighttime melodies. Issues were handled quickly by the manager. It was a short drive to a grocery store, drug store, coffee shop and hardware store.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

bob Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved the place.. right off the ocean.. watched and listened to the whales all day n nite
This property made our whole trip ❤️❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic paradise stay
We were very excited about this property, and for the most part, it lived up to those expectations. The property is on the ocean with great views. The house is uniquely funky in a good way. It is close to Hilo and a little less than an hour’s drive to Volcano National Park. The downside was the immediate area around the property does not have much in the way of things to do and we had the burglar alarm wake us in the middle of our first night, which the property manager confirmed was a malfunction, but still jarring nonetheless. The property managers were excellent with communication. If you want to come for the view and be willing to drive for other things to do, this is a great property for that type of stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote stay with great views
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon. Great house with beautiful views- the sunrises are amazing. Was exactly what we were looking for and was true to the listing.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022