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Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views

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Exterior
Property grounds
Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views

Experience Big Island aloha from your fully outfitted vacation rental house in Kaʻū, Hawaiʻi's southernmost district.
** Punaluʻu Beach (black sand, 14 mi)
** KaLae (South Point)/Papakōlea Beach trailhead (green sand, 12 mi)
** Volcanoes National Park (40 mi).
Recharge back at your comfy 2-bed/1-bath homebase with expansive coastline views & starlit nights. Grill out on the cozy lanai, or prepare meals in a well-equipped kitchen. Pick fruit when in season.

** The space:
Nestled on a peaceful half acre near the little town of Naʻalehu, Palaoa House is a comfortable homebase from which you can explore the entire island!

Inside, you’ll find a well-stocked kitchen with all the basics (salt, pepper, oils, and spices, coffee, tea) and a few other essentials.
Two queen sized beds with fresh linens offer a comfortable night’s sleep.
Fast wifi, games, TV w/ Roku, binoculars to scan the coastline, and local books.

Outside, unwind on the spacious lanai, and enjoy the sounds of nature, the gas grill, and the coastline views. Seasonally, you can find bananas, guavas, mangoes, and papayas growing on the property. Keep an eye out for our resident ʻIo (Hawaiian hawk).

Slow down, skip the crowds, plot your adventures, and soak in island life at Palaoa House!

** Sleeping Arrangements:
Primary Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed

** Home Features:
Full Kitchen, Dining Table, Deskspace, Full Bathroom, Bedroom Ceiling Fans, On-site Laundry, Outdoor Seating, Books, TV + Roku, Games

** Outdoor Living:
Covered Lanai w/ Outdoor Loveseat & Rocking Chair, Gas Grill, Coastline Views, Garden with Seasonal Fruits, Guava, Banana, Mango & Papaya

** Kitchen:
Cooking Basics, Spices, Oil, Dishware, Flatware, Bakeware, Oven, 4-Burner Stove, Full-Size Refrigerator, Cookware, Outdoor Gas Grill, Drip Coffee Maker, French Press, Coffee Bean Grinder, Tea Kettle, Microwave, Rice Cooker, Toaster, Blender

** Includes:
Free High Speed WiFi, Linens/Towels, Beach Towels, Cooler, Ice Packs, Coffee, Complimentary Toiletries, Washer/Dryer & more!

** Parking:
Driveway Parking (Max of 2 Vehicles)

** FAQ:
No Smoking, No Pets, No Events, Steps Required for Entry

** Guest Feedback:

“We loved everything about this place; the view,the lush garden, and the well appointed home. Josh has attended to every detail.”
Jean - January 2024

"This was one of the best I've ever stayed in. for the price it was a great value. the owners attention to detail was incredible the place was stocked with everything you needed probably the best I've ever stayed in."
Dan - February 2023

"It was a most unique experience. I loved the secluded nature of where we stayed. Definitely not a touristy feel, felt like one of the locals."
Jeremy - July 2022

** Other things to note:
The state of Hawaiʻi collects a Transient Accommodation Tax of 10.25% and Hawaiʻi County has a Transient Accommodation Tax of 3%.
Rate includes GE tax (4.5%).
Registration number: STVR-19-358549 NUC-19-1030

Property manager

Josh

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 4 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (92.9 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
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 TA-009-851-8528-01, 940110080000, GE-009-851-8528-01

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Naalehu, HI

What's nearby

  • Paradise Meadows - 9 min drive
  • Whittington Beach Park - 15 min drive
  • Pakini Nui Wind Farm - 24 min drive
  • Punalu'u Beach - 24 min drive
  • Waipouli - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloha Mix Food Truck - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hana Hou Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee Booth at Ka'u Farmers Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Punaluu Bake Shop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views located?

Located in Discovery Harbour, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Paradise Meadows, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and Pakini Nui Wind Farm. Whittington Beach Park and Waipouli are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Peaceful Big Island Homebase with Coastline Views Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Branden H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat & base to explore south shore
Josh (lovely host) was helpful and proactive in communicating all details. The beautiful property embodied Aloha with generous thoughtfulness in providing all kinds of little details that might be needed by a traveler to the sparsely populated south shore of Big Island. Although we did not need the extra toothbrushes, extra pasta/sauce, spare sunblock, etc., I did recognize the thoughtfulness behind providing those options and how welcome they would have been if we were in need. We did utilize some of the provided ziplock bags, stick of butter, chocolatey coffee beans -- welcome extra amenities, not taken for granted!!! House was clean. Beds were comfy w/ cozy blankets provided for the more cool than anticipated temperatures. Living room was spacious and deck peaceful for family chats. Neighborhood is sparse, isolated w/ rugged terrain. We enjoyed jumping south point cliffs (find your ascent path before jumping down - the ladder is not useable) and exploring Whittington beach park. Punaluu bakery was a nice stop full of aloha and fun, but Punaluu beach (while beautiful) is overrun with tourists, green sand beach was beautiful and a nice walk IF not too windy, otherwise sandblasting dust storms on the wind are blinding for the 2 mile walk (each way) even with sunglasses. One thing I would caution, get an SUV or Van rental car, our midsize car with decent ground clearance scraped badly each time coming out of the driveway - no problem with an SUV, but nerve wracking in car.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024