This small house is located adjacent to the river and you will enjoy the relaxing sounds of the water from the house. This house includes a full private kitchen and a private bathroom. Also included is access to our shared waterfall swimming area.
This house is off-the-grid. Being off-the-grid means that we get all of our electricity from the sun and all of our water is collected from the rain. We are not connected to the island's grid power system. Our solar panels charge a large bank of deep cycle batteries all day in order for us to have power around the clock. Guests are asked not to use any appliances that generate heat from electricity (such as toasters, hair dryers, curling irons, etc...) as they consume too much energy for an off-grid power system.
The second apartment unit in this house is sometimes occupied by the property owner. The owner (if present) prefers to allow guests to initiate any contact so they may interact at their own comfort level.
Regulatory Note: This is a hosted rental and is not subject to Hawaii County Bill 108....
Registration Number: GE-038-495-8464-01, TA-038-495-8464-01
Rebecca B.
Jan 06, 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this remote gem. From the fresh tropical fruit we were given to our visits with Miney Mo the cat, this clean and well stocked (including waterfall!) hideaway was a great place to escape the masses. Proximity to Akaka Falls and our Cacao farm tour was a bonus.
Rose F.
Jan 01, 2023
We loved our stay at the Family View River House. The kids (5&9) were blown away by the waterfall swimming hole. What a special place to get to experience!
I also appreciated the reasonable fees and “clean up after yourself” policy. That said, if you are looking for a resort-type stay where you throw trash wherever you want, expect room service and someone else to clean up after you, this might not be the place. But! If you’re looking for a lovely jungle forest accommodation with a gorgeous natural waterfall swimming pond off the beaten path, this place checks all the boxes!
Daniela P.
Dec 28, 2022
I absolutely loved this small little place. It accommodated my son and I so well. We loved the views we woke up to every morning and the waterfall right outside our door was so soothing to fall asleep to 10/10 recommend.
Katie S.
Dec 23, 2022
We stayed in the River View House that was separate from the main house. The home was nestled in the jungle with views overlooking the river and a waterfall. The River View House was cozy, had a well-stocked kitchen, had plenty of space for the two of us, and was very clean. The directions to the location were thorough and we appreciated the secluded and gated location. The dirt portion of the road can be a little rough in the rainy afternoons but we really enjoyed the off the beaten path experience. Also, the waterfall just beyond our front door was a fabulous bonus. They were very quick to respond with our questions and needs. Would definitely stay here again.
Katrina H.
Nov 25, 2022
Always amazing
Dawn H.
Nov 15, 2022
Very off the grid as described. Friendly but destructive cat on the property, kept getting in the cabin during our stay. Some miscommunication with the host lead to a dismal end of the stay, but overall we really enjoyed the out of the way location and the beauty of the surroundings. No a/c!!
Raja H.
Nov 13, 2022
Houston, the property manager was super nice and took the extra effort to bring us an amazingly fresh and tasty guava fruit for us to taste from their property! Extra driving directions they emailed was very helpful. Just a couple of things that would have made it a bit more convenient was to have a microwave oven and a toaster available in the kitchen.
Tyler T.
Oct 27, 2022
Great way to spend time with family off the grid. On site manager is responsive and good company. House is clean and comfortable. Spent 10 days here and was a great adventure. Houston (on-site staff) was great company, attentive, knowledgeable, and a great resource for the area.
Only drawback is how hot the house is at night. No fault to the property as it clearly stated it was off grid, I underestimated the temperature. Also power rarely made it through the night, so if your needing power through the night might want to reconsider. .
Overall this was a great experience I wouldn’t hesitate to do again. Being in nature with the sounds made the experience all the better. I would highly recommend this to everyone.
Melinda M.
Aug 26, 2022
A great jump off point.
Private. Easy.
A bit warm at times, but your body adjusts.
Katrina H.
Jul 25, 2022
this was a beautiful little cottage with ladder style stairs leading up to a cute loft, hot running water, plenty of lights, two twin beds, a king bed, and small futon for a child to sleep on. A beautiful view of the river from the front door and a nice waterfall five min away from the river house.
Pros: great temperature day and night 90%of the time (better than at home in Kailua Kona), hot showers, all kitchen things needed available, quaint ambiance inside and out, easy to find and park, great waterfall and river views, river towels and shower towels in abundance, plenty sheets and blankets, super easy check in, promo communication, easy going duplex people next door, perfect family or couples retreat or get away, nice safe area for small kids to run around in grass with parents able to rest and sit, very few mosquitoes.
Cons: fans upstairs not working, ceiling fan on hour timer, pillows a bit hard or airy, stairs leading to loft were ladder-style so not suitable for kids under 6, warmer non cotton sheets so hard to breath on humid nights
Context: we had 2 adults and 2 kids (age 2.5 and 4) from a hot area in Kona on island and a 18year old daughter from big bear visiting us.
Rained a little bit but had more than equal sunshine. We will certainly be returning in the future; we will bring our own pillows and a mat for the little one since loft is too high for the little to climb and he didn’t like the couch but aside from that, perfect little oasis.
Alissa S.
Jul 22, 2022
Nice place to stay with a great waterfall in back area to swim. A little far from most tourist attractions however a fun off the grid experience. Funner than a hotel for sure.
Andrew J.
Jul 02, 2022
We went with the 2 kids, wife, and I and this place worked well for us. Close to so many things. Owners gave great instructions and check in and check out was easy.
Jonathan W.
Jun 27, 2022
Great stay at Hamakua House (River House): remote, natural, and very well appointed. Great kitchen, comfy beds, and loved the stars at night and sound of waterfall. Instructions were very clear and easy to follow; no problems at all.
Erin P.
Jun 24, 2022
What a lovely location right next to a waterfall, you can hear the sounds of the river all night. They have a friendly little cats as well, and we enjoyed the hiking and the property. I would recommend this spot for a Family and the interior was really cozy and fun for everyone to be together. Thank you!!
Tina G.
Jun 04, 2022
A waterfall swimming area! What more do you need to know!?! Book it!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Gorgeous views all around. We loved falling asleep listening to all the rainforest sounds. The kids loved the loft!
