E komo mai (welcome!) to this 1940s plantation-era home in Hilo, the cultural center of Hawai’i. Here, you can hang loose and absorb the spirit of aloha while you explore the windward, tropical side of our island, including the Hamakua Coast and Volcano National Park. The house is located just minutes from famous sites, including Rainbow Falls, Pe'epe'e Falls, the Boiling Pots rapids, and Kaumana Cave (an extinct lava tube).
Outside, the expansive second floor lanai offers views of Hilo to the east and Mauna Kea peeking above the jungle treetops to the west. The house rests on a lovely palm-fringed half acre, populated by geckos, mongooses, mynah birds and others. Let the song of tree frogs send you to sleep, and roosters rouse you for another exciting day. Expect visits from the ubiquitous friendly green geckos. Enjoy preparing Hawaiian foods from Hilo's famous outdoor market in the spacious kitchen & outdoor grill, while your keiki (children) play ping-pong downstairs or explore the jungly yard.
Inside, the main living space is on the second floor, inviting gentle trade winds to flow. Four bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen, huge lanai, and living room are upstairs. Upstairs rooms are equipped with ceiling fans, but no A/C. Downstairs are rumpus room, extra half-bath, plus laundry and outdoor shower. Accommodates up to 7 adults (in regular beds) and 3 children (on inflatable mattress and floor futons).
The house is stocked with linens, and beach towels, games, and books about Hawaiian topics (travel, children’s books, novels, and local cookbooks). Downstairs is an enormous rumpus room with ping pong table and a Hawaiian motif stone mosaic floor original to the house. Also downstairs is an additional half bath, laundry facilities, and an outdoor shower. Mahalo for rinsing sandy toes after the beach!
Nightly rates are for up to 6 people ($50 additional charge for each additional person). 5% discount applies to stays of 30+ nights!
This home is located just 3 miles from Hilo’s museums and restaurants and 4-5 miles from Hilo’s airport and best snorkeling, at Richardson’s Beach. Not to be missed is a trip to Mauna Kea’s Visitor Center for night stargazing (free, open until 10pm nightly), just 30 miles away. It is also an easy 25-mile drive for a convenient day trip to Volcano National Park. On another day, take a leisurely drive north on the Hamakua Coast to visit the amazing Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden (9 miles), or the historic sugar industry towns of Honomu (13 miles) and Honoka’a (43 miles). Take the Saddle Road across the island’s center 75 miles to reach Kona’s airport and leeward beaches....
Registration Number: 250220190000, TA-126-353-6128-01, GE-126-353-6128-01
Anita R.
Dec 17, 2023
The home is full of love and was well stocked for a Hawai'i holiday! The entire space was comfortable, clean, and had a great energy. Thank you~
Daniel H.
Dec 15, 2023
We were exploring big island with our family (4 adults and 3 kids) and enjoyed the stay. The lawn, table tennis and patio were very much enjoyed by our kids.
Daniel H.
Nov 30, 2023
We were exploring big island with our family (4 adults and 3 kids) and enjoyed the stay. The lawn, table tennis and patio were very much enjoyed by our kids.
Caitlin M.
Nov 15, 2023
Our family of 7 had a marvelous time at this clean and spacious home! The kitchen is a gem. Well appointed and large. Great for those who like to cook at home. We used the big dining table on the deck. Since that area is covered, there was no concern about rain. The deck has a view of forested hills and a peek at the ocean. The tall red and green palms make the deck all the more like a private paradise. Charming green Madagascar Gold Dust Day geckos that live in the palms were delightful neighbors. The neighborhood is quiet. Driveway accommodated our rental minivan and sedan. There are two pleasant bathrooms upstairs. The three bedrooms with queen beds all share a bath on the hallway. The other bath is attached to the smaller bedroom with the single bed. That worked out fine for us; everyone was able to negotiate their showers and nighttime routines.
Caitlin M.
Oct 31, 2023
Our family of 7 had a marvelous time at this clean and spacious home! The kitchen is a gem. Well appointed and large. Great for those who like to cook at home. We used the big dining table on the deck. Since that area is covered, there was no concern about rain. The deck has a view of forested hills and a peek at the ocean. The tall red and green palms make the deck all the more like a private paradise. Charming green Madagascar Gold Dust Day geckos that live in the palms were delightful neighbors. The neighborhood is quiet. Driveway accommodated our rental minivan and sedan. There are two pleasant bathrooms upstairs. The three bedrooms with queen beds all share a bath on the hallway. The other bath is attached to the smaller bedroom with the single bed. That worked out fine for us; everyone was able to negotiate their showers and nighttime routines.
Jeffry D.
Aug 25, 2023
House was exactly as advertised. Easy to get into, plenty of space in the house, well located. Property manager was helpful and responsive. If you're going to stay in the Hilo area, this is a great house for a family.
Anneli P.
Aug 22, 2023
Location was perfect, house was great (especially the downstairs with ping pong- the kids loved it!). We’d stay here again!
Anneli P.
Aug 07, 2023
Location was perfect, house was great (especially the downstairs with ping pong- the kids loved it!). We’d stay here again!
Deborah E.
Aug 03, 2023
It was a hot day in Hilo, the code we were given was not correct to the key box. They added a combination box to the door which was convenient. We were able to get a hold of the manager immediately, and she responded quickly with our other needs. The window's were open and we put every ceiling fan and floor fan on when we checked in. It finally cooled down once the sun went down. The house could use a couple more fans for the very hot summer days. I recommend having ear plug's if your use to sleeping in silence because the coqui frogs in Hawaii are loud at night. The clothes dryer takes forever to dry but other than that we loved the house. It was very well kept and clean! It reminded us of our grandparents house on Punahele St. We came home for our Ohana reunion. We felt right at home! The house is located near beautiful rainbow falls and 10 min. above down town Hilo, good location. Mahalo for sharing your home!
Cassy G.
Jun 17, 2023
I thought the house was adorable. Bigger than i expected. Super cute treehouse. Tons of games, Towels, linens. Washer was huge which was a plus. I was very apprehensive because there was no ac but the breeze was plenty at night. The frogs annoyed my boyfriend at night but i thought they were peaceful. Would definitely recommend.
Bev F.
Jun 10, 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The play was exactly as the listing described .. almost better. So much space and great layout for a larger group/family.
Bev F.
May 26, 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The play was exactly as the listing described .. almost better. So much space and great layout for a larger group/family.
Wendy G.
Apr 17, 2023
Great house, easy location, lots of room for the whole family. I particularly enjoyed the deck. Beds are on the firm side.
Wendy G.
Apr 03, 2023
Great house, easy location, lots of room for the whole family. I particularly enjoyed the deck. Beds are on the firm side.
Ryan L.
Mar 06, 2023
This large house is old but very well kept. Our 2 girls (8 & 11) had a fun time wandering around and playing ping pong in the basement. It did get a bit chilly during our stay as it was windy during our stay and the windows don't seal up all that great. I don't think it would be a problem during normal weather conditions.
