Explore the Big Island and use Casa Tortuga as your home base. Only 40 feet from the ocean, this 1400 sq. ft. luxury custom built home has a feeling that brings serenity to all of its guests. It lies on one half acre in a quiet upscale neighborhood. Watch whales, turtles and dolphins from the lanai, walk the scenic lava cliffs, enjoy old Hilo town or Volcano National Park. But be sure to save time for relaxing to the sounds of the crashing waves and hearing the nenes fly by every morning and evening.
We feel it is a privilege to share what we have lovingly built over the past 7 years. We have added local and international art throughout the home. Handblown glass art, oils, lithographs and ceramics will surround you.
And as you watch the waves, the small fishing boats that traverse every morning, the turtles floating the surf during breakfast on the lanai...well, you will feel a closeness to the world around you that is very special. You can't help but be touched by an appreciation of natural beauty! Casa Tortuga is a special place that you may visit now and like so many of our guests, you will want to return to recapture the special moments of your stay. STVR-19-364011; NUC-19-1534...
Registration Number: GE-002-074-6240-01, TA-00
Kara E.
Jul 14, 2024
This property is incredible! The view is stunning, the home is spacious, thoughtfully decorated & well stocked with everything you may need: cooler, beach towels, snorkel gear, spices, etc.
The shower with doors that open to a private deck with a sunken wooden Jacuzzi tub and ocean views & breezes was magical!!! Best. Shower. Ever.
Communication with Deborah was easy & her detailed notes in a binder in the home were excellent & also entertaining, haha!
There's no A/C but we were there in early July and it was fine. We were usually gone during the heat of the day but the ocean breezes make it comfortable in the evening & overnight + there are a couple of fans.
The coqui frogs are loud from about dusk until midnight but we didn't mind them. It was just part of the experience!
One of the best rentals we've stayed in across all our travels - the view & the indoor/outdoor shower were amazing. Perfect for 2, perfect for our honeymoon!
damon r.
Jul 09, 2024
We appreciated the clear communication from the host. Everything was clean and very well stocked, The decor is amazing. The views of the ocean and well maintained property are breathtaking. We feel fortunate to have stayed there. It was was so aloha!
David T.
Jul 08, 2024
This is the second time that I have stayed at Casa Tortuga. My wife and I just love this house, it is so beautiful with the most gorgeous view of the ocean. It is so relaxing to sit in the living room or the balcony hearing the sound of the waves. The kitchen is stocked incredibly well, we don’t even have some of the stuff at our own house LOL. We always bring our own sunscreen and bug repellent, but those items were available too along with umbrellas, walking sticks beach chairs, etc. We feel Debbie really went out of her way to make guests feel as comfortable as possible. The neighborhood is very nice, we always enjoy our daily walk and meeting some of the neighbors. Casa Tortuga is really one of the nicest house that we have stayed at while vacationing.
Shirley B.
May 30, 2024
Our 4th visit was just as nice as the rest. So tranquil with an old Hawaii vibe. Close to the water—the deck feels like the bow of a ship. Fantastic open air shower, soaking tub and view. Always matches with the description. Gracious owners. Many thanks to them. We hope to come back yet again.
Annie D.
May 01, 2024
Everything about this home was perfect. Exactly how described.
Greg J.
Jan 04, 2024
Designed for couples, the layout, panoramic views and amenities in this home are first class. In fact, after years of staying in rental houses we can’t think of any we’ve liked better than this one. The open plan design feels spacious, and the large tiled shower has doors opening to a private deck with a hot tub, turning it into an indoor/outdoor shower. The kitchen is more than well equipped. Tucked in a quiet neighborhood of beautiful cliffside homes, it feels homey, not resorty and the location lends itself to strolling around. Highly recommend!
James K.
Dec 05, 2023
Absolutely loved staying at Casa Tortuga, It was a beautiful place to stay for our honeymoon.
James K.
Nov 26, 2023
Absolutely loved staying at Casa Tortuga, It was a beautiful place to stay for our honeymoon.
Virignia D.
Oct 25, 2023
We were thrilled with our stay at Casa Tortoga!!! It is an absolute gem and was just as beautiful as the pictures. Often VRBO’s look and feel like short term rentals with minimal and very inexpensive kitchen and bathroom furnishings. Casa Tortoga felt like we were staying at the home of family or friends. Plenty of linens and high quality plentiful kitchen dishes and appliances. The place is beautifully finished with lovely one of a kind art pieces.
We loved sitting on the lanai every morning and evening watching the sunrises and locating sea turtles frequently. Finally saw a dolphin the last day! We also enjoyed gazing at the stars from the hot tub. We also loved walking along the lava cliffs.
The owner has a binder full of information about the unit as well as loads of suggestions for beaches, restaurants, etc
We can not say enough positive things about our stay and highly, highly recommend it!
Virignia D.
Oct 25, 2023
We were thrilled with our stay at Casa Tortoga!!! It is an absolute gem and was just as beautiful as the pictures. Often VRBO’s look and feel like short term rentals with minimal and very inexpensive kitchen and bathroom furnishings. Casa Tortoga felt like we were staying at the home of family or friends. Plenty of linens and high quality plentiful kitchen dishes and appliances. The place is beautifully finished with lovely one of a kind art pieces.
We loved sitting on the lanai every morning and evening watching the sunrises and locating sea turtles frequently. Finally saw a dolphin the last day! We also enjoyed gazing at the stars from the hot tub. We also loved walking along the lava cliffs.
The owner has a binder full of information about the unit as well as loads of suggestions for beaches, restaurants, etc
We can not say enough positive things about our stay and highly, highly recommend it!
Hans S.
Oct 19, 2023
what a great home away from home, everything was great but the elevation changes take a day or so to get used too.
Hans S.
Oct 19, 2023
what a great home away from home, everything was great but the elevation changes take a day or so to get used too.
Scott M.
Oct 06, 2023
My wife and I spent eight wonderful nights in this little slice of paradise. We were concerned about spending so many nights, afraid that we would grow weary of one place. Instead of growing tired of it we found ourselves absorbed into the home’s rhythm of relaxing waves, sun, rain, sunrises, moonrises, turtles, and delightful trade winds.
Having rented many vacation rentals in many different places, we have become accustomed to both pleasant and unpleasant surprises. For places like Casa Tortuga that have such beautiful photos in their listing, the concern is “it can’t really be that beautiful.” The moment you enter the driveway you’re pretty sure it is spectacular. Then we opened the front door and just both softly said “wow.”
Each day we would wake up and sort of laugh at where we were. The beauty and relaxation are real but all of the practical things like laundry, kitchen, and bath are also excellent. The shower halfway in and halfway out is superb. The sunken wooden jacuzzi tub outside the shower is perfect.
We enjoyed the easy (45-minute drive) access to the national park (the Kilauea Iki Trail is not to be missed). We took a few other hikes to beaches, but this side of the island is not a great place for easy and lazy beaches. We hiked to Shipman Beach, a 2.5-3 mile hike each way with its trailhead about a mile from the house. I think we hit it on a bad day as the hike was extremely rough, muddy, and rocky and the beach was limited by the tide.
Mostly though we found
Scott M.
Oct 06, 2023
My wife and I spent eight wonderful nights in this little slice of paradise. We were concerned about spending so many nights, afraid that we would grow weary of one place. Instead of growing tired of it we found ourselves absorbed into the home’s rhythm of relaxing waves, sun, rain, sunrises, moonrises, turtles, and delightful trade winds.
Having rented many vacation rentals in many different places, we have become accustomed to both pleasant and unpleasant surprises. For places like Casa Tortuga that have such beautiful photos in their listing, the concern is “it can’t really be that beautiful.” The moment you enter the driveway you’re pretty sure it is spectacular. Then we opened the front door and just both softly said “wow.”
Each day we would wake up and sort of laugh at where we were. The beauty and relaxation are real but all of the practical things like laundry, kitchen, and bath are also excellent. The shower halfway in and halfway out is superb. The sunken wooden jacuzzi tub outside the shower is perfect.
We enjoyed the easy (45-minute drive) access to the national park (the Kilauea Iki Trail is not to be missed). We took a few other hikes to beaches, but this side of the island is not a great place for easy and lazy beaches. We hiked to Shipman Beach, a 2.5-3 mile hike each way with its trailhead about a mile from the house. I think we hit it on a bad day as the hike was extremely rough, muddy, and rocky and the beach was limited by the tide.
Mostly though we found
Frederick L.
Sep 23, 2023
This is our 2nd time visiting Casa Tortuga and we would never think of staying anywhere else. The house is truly a one-of-a-kind jewel with a great location, a completely stocked kitchen, great bathroom, and wonderful original art (including an antique canoe in the kitchen). Deborah is wonderful to work with as well. We will be returning!!
