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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Hilo, HI
  • Popular LocationRichardson's Ocean Park5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarlsmith Beach Park15 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo9 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)16 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 6
1600 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Shower
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the neighborhood

Hilo

On the beach.With a stay at this Keaukaha vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 5 min walk
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 15 min walk
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 13 min drive
  • Verna's III Drive Inn - 10 min drive
  • Hula Hula's - 11 min drive
  • Ken's House Of Pancakes - 10 min drive
  • Don's Grill - 11 min drive

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

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number GE-047-798-0672-01, TA-047-798-0672-01

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.4 mi (16-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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.

Is there free parking at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo to downtown Hilo?

This vacation home is 5 mi away from Hilo.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Anita P., Hamilton, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Tracy g.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Dede R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Isabell F., Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness
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

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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