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Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli

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Miscellaneous
Smart TV, DVD player
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli

This private Pāhoa getaway offers the perfect location for your next Big Island adventure! Surrounded by lush, tropical foliage, this home features a large covered lanai, a fenced yard, a newly renovated kitchen, and even an avocado tree that you can enjoy in season. Explore the nearby cliffs during the day, grill up your favorite seafood dinners on the private gas grill each evening, and enjoy the ultimate in peace and quiet and homely accommodations. Ho'ohauoli is located on a quiet street in the community of Hawaiian Shores, only a few minutes from Pahoa Village's great restaurants, shops, and entertainment and six blocks from the ocean front. The cliffside Kahakai Park is only six blocks away, where you can relax on the lawn, sit along the cliffs, and listen to the ocean waves crashing on the shore. You'll also be close to the historic town of Hilo (22 miles north) and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (44 miles west).

Property manager

Robert

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

General

  • Unit size: 1350 sq ft (125 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Note from host: We do not provide any crib beds for small 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 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 TA-078-102-6304-01, GE-078-102-6304-01

Property is also known as

Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli Pahoa

About the neighborhood

Map
Pahoa, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 38 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 44 min drive
  • Coconut Island Park - 45 min drive
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 45 min drive
  • Rainbow Falls - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thep Thai Cuisine - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪No. 1 Chinese Barbecue - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pahoa Fresh Fish - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tin Shack Bake - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Kapoho Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Star of the Sea Painted Church are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Jungle Getaway
The home was exactly as advertised. It was a nice place for my wife and I to enjoy some time away. It was a bit further from Pahoa than we expected, and having to bring our own water for drinking was inconvenient, but overall we definitely enjoyed our stay and used the snorkeling equipment.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a very special place for us, because of the feel of the property was just amazing. This place is definitely a must stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property.
We stayed 5 nights, the home was lovely, had everything we needed plus more. Great communication with the owner. Good location for exploring the whole island. Thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the verandah enjoying the breeze, view and sounds around us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay!
We absolutely loved Robert and Lina’s place. Comfortable in size, well equipped kitchen, a fantastic back deck and a location convenient to the southern part of the island. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brody A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Came over to meet island family. Great trip and the house was the perfect base to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

GARY G., TEMECULA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Halfway point between Volcano Park and Hilo
Affordable home with three bedrooms and two baths makes it convenient for a Family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome B., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid Place to Stay
This property is exactly as advertised. It is a little of the beaten path but sitting on the lanai is very relaxing. We made steaks on the grill and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shay V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat away from the crowds
We had a relaxing time away from crowds of thousands purists at this home. There is a nice shopping area a few miles away and Hilo is a 30 minute drive with the big city feel. This home was situated between the volcanoes and the waterfalls with some nice swimming places in Hilo. Lovely out of the touristy way, vacation. Feel like an islander.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany V., Fremont, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Time
This home was a home away from home! Super comfortable, easy access, less than 2 minutes away from a nice sea cliff you can take photos at. Really enjoyed staying here, the owner was very easy to contact if we needed anything and responded very quickly too. 100/100 will definitely be traveling here again in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Thisvwas a perfect get away for us. Private enough for us to feel away from the city and close enough that we coukd get everything we needed. The sounds of nature at night wisked us away from our mainland stresses by the very first night.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A convenient location for our stay on the Big Island, the new shopping area was excellent for groceries if we decided to cook at the house and the location to Volcano National Park was awesome. The house was well stocked with everything that we needed and the communication from the owner was second to none as he checked in almost daily to make sure that we were satisfied with everything. We would stay again if we ever visit Hawaii's Big Island. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ginny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aloha
Home has most things you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet stancy
Cozy and quiet house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sheri C., Saukville Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable property with a great yard!
We enjoyed a wonderful stay...particularly the rear deck where we had our meals and utilized the provided gas grill as well as enjoyng our morning coffee surrounded by wildlife. The property is an older one and has many pluses and amenites, however, it could benefit from some updating. It is well located, easy to explore Pahoa from this base. Thank you for sharing your home .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Spacious
This house was clean and roomy as described. Overall nice place to stay with a great back porch. There was only 1 window unit in the house, so it did get a little bit warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical getaway
This property is located for visitors to see the real Hawaii. The park at the ocean is breathtaking. The tropical backyard with beautiful plants and palm trees was a relaxing setting. There was plenty of wildlife to add wonder to our stay. The kitchen is well equipped and the use of snorkels was amazing! The grocery store and plaza just 5 miles away is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in Pahoa
Robert was very responsive and helped immediately when needed. The house is a bit outdated but comfy and spacious. Nice and spacious wooden deck with BBQ. Lots of wildlife and a beautiful tropical backyard. All amenities. I would recommend staying at Robert & Lina's.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Becky E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not so clean
The area was ok and the lanai was lovely. It was nice to have 2 bathrooms. It was very warm and there was an off putting smell in the house. We took pictures of the less than clean bathrooms and some other areas. If this had been a hotel, we would not have stayed, but we felt stuck having booked the place for 6 nights. Our second vrbo for the second half of the trip feels like a breath of fresh air.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway Spot
We found the property to be a good base for exploring the east side of the island (Hilo, volcano national park, etc) property has everything we needed for a nice stay. Be sure to go to the property before you go shopping as there is a variety of dry goods, bug spray, toiletries, snorkeling gear and such that you may not need to purchase. Robert was attentive as a host, checking in to make sure we had everything and that we had no issues. Thanks for a great holiday stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great stay
It was a great place to stay and the owner was very easy to get ahold of and accommodating when we needed to extend our stay. The address on the listing was off by 1 number so we did wind up at the wrong house (just down the street) at first but we figured it out. Just one thing to be fixed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, Quiet & Perfect for our needs
This house was just right for our trip. It is centrally located, on a quiet street and has a beautiful garden. Getting there was the hard part due to the ever-changing state regulations in response to the pandemic. Robert, the owner, was wonderfully accommodating. He quickly responded to our questions and helped us through the craziness. We will be back again :^)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

DeAnna C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vow renewal and Second Honeymoon
I’m finally getting around to writing this review. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home had everything to meet our needs for a honeymoon and vow renewal. We had a little kitten that visited us each day, chickens that woke us each morning, and even a few visits from wild boars. The house is dated and could use some deep cleaning as it had a weird smell for the duration of our stay. The hosts were very responsive, and we loved being in Pahoa, away from all of the tourist. We were able to drive around the island every day. There is a beautiful park with spectacular cliffs and photo opportunities a short walk away. Definitely take advantage of it. Thanks for great memories.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house was a perfect spot for exploring the Island. The layout of the house is perfect for families or couples sharing the property. The kitchen was well equipped and we loved the porch on the back. Our only regret is that we were only at the property for 3 nights. We would love to visit again and spend much longer so we could explore the area more. When I did have any questions the host Robert answered within minutes. Although we did not have enough time to make full use of it we there was a lovely beach park and access to the ocean within walking distance. Also within a 10 minute drive there is a very good shopping centre with a great supermarket. Our main reason for visiting was to spend time at the Volcanoes National Park which was only 40 minutes away. Having said that we did also get across to Kona to snorkel with the Manta Rays at night and managed a visit to Mauna Kea which was breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication
Grandma’s well worn 1980’s house
We arrived to find the house closed up and very warm, hot actually. Outdated, worn out countertops with gunk around the old sink. No dishwasher and BIG roaches in the silverware drawer. All of it just felt like going to grandmas house… a year after she went to a home. It was 8pm and 72 outside, 90 inside. No A/C in the 3 bedrooms, stifling to others before us apparently , floor and window fans provided minimal relief. All of the home feels old. All that being said, we spent most of time at the house on the lovely back porch. The new, clean grill was used daily. Proximity to Volcanos National Park is a 30 minute drive, the back yard is lovely, but adjoins another home that cancels out its privacy due to its location deeper on its lot.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Makoto

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
建物は古いですが、清潔でした。 広さは十分です。 夜は動物の鳴き声がよく聞こえるので 気になる人は耳栓があれば良いと思います。
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024