Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli
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About this property
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 t...
Location
Located in Pahoa, this vacation home is by the sea. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Pohoiki and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Hair dryer
DVD player
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Guest reviews of Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli
9.5
Exceptional
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Across reviews, Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli is praised for its quiet, tropical setting near ocean cliffs and a roomy, well-equipped home with a relaxing lanai, while a few note dated features and warm interiors without full A/C.
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Across reviews, Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli is praised for its quiet, tropical setting near ocean cliffs and a roomy, well-equipped home with a relaxing lanai, while a few note dated features and warm interiors without full A/C.
Hosts earn consistent praise for clear directions, easy self check-in, and quick, helpful communication. Guests find it a convenient base for Pahoa, nearby shopping, and Volcanoes National Park, though some mention the drive and traffic to Hilo. Expect a tranquil, nature-forward stay suited to independent travelers comfortable with an older, naturally ventilated home.
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Facilities
Many guests highlight the well-equipped kitchen, beach/snorkel gear, and the lanai with a gas grill. Several note the older condition and limited or no A/C.
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Blaise
23 Apr 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice three bedroom house with a big back yard. Found what we needed in the kitchen. There were beach towels and snorkeling gear for us to use.
Nice three bedroom house with a big back yard. Found what we needed in the kitchen. There were beach towels and snorkeling gear for us to use.
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Amy G.
13 Apr 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
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Melanie P.
6 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Jerome B.
2 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed here for 3 nights and this was the second time we stayed here. The house is amazing and allows visitors to live more like a local than a tourist. The beds are comfortable and the amenities exceptional. The grill was great to cook on and the lanai super relaxing. I didn't think it would be even better the second time but it was!
We stayed here for 3 nights and this was the second time we stayed here. The house is amazing and allows visitors to live more like a local than a tourist. The beds are comfortable and the amenities exceptional. The grill was great to cook on and the lanai super relaxing. I didn't think it would be even better the second time but it was!
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Sheri C.
8 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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 .
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 .
10
Nancy E.
30 Jan 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
We came to explore the island trails (hiking and snorkeling) and did much driving (1 to 2.5 hours each way a day) and hiking so our time at the rental was limited to sleeping and eating, showering, doing laundry (a fantastic outdoor sink to clean gear) and using the WiFi (great signal). Everything worked well for our needs. We appreciated the owner’s response time to one of our requests and their generosity in supplying masks, snorkels, chairs etc for our water time explorations. Watching the volcano erupt at Volcano National Park was a highlight of our trip. Many thanks to the owners for sharing their home with us.
We came to explore the island trails (hiking and snorkeling) and did much driving (1 to 2.5 hours each way a day) and hiking so our time at the rental was limited to sleeping and eating, showering, doing laundry (a fantastic outdoor sink to clean gear) and using the WiFi (great signal). Everything worked well for our needs. We appreciated the owner’s response time to one of our requests and their generosity in supplying masks, snorkels, chairs etc for our water time explorations. Watching the volcano erupt at Volcano National Park was a highlight of our trip. Many thanks to the owners for sharing their home with us.
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Bryan C.
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
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.
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.
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Molly L.
2 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The house was the perfect size. Definitely needs some updating.... from beds to fridge. No A/C was rough. Yard was beautiful with lots of wilderness and wildlife around to view.
The house was the perfect size. Definitely needs some updating.... from beds to fridge. No A/C was rough. Yard was beautiful with lots of wilderness and wildlife around to view.
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Joseph F.
23 Sept 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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LeeAnn W.
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a great space for all of us to stretch out and be comfortable after a full day of exploring. The nature sounds were peaceful and easy to go to sleep to. The lanai was amazing!
This was a great space for all of us to stretch out and be comfortable after a full day of exploring. The nature sounds were peaceful and easy to go to sleep to. The lanai was amazing!
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Cleanliness
Several reviews describe the home as clean, but others mention odors or areas needing deeper cleaning, with a couple mentioning bathroom issues or pests. Overall standards feel inconsistent.
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Landiwati S.
20 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Me and my family enjoy to stay at this house, its big and plenty room to accommodate for 5 of us and have 2 bathroom , is clean and the bed is nice and comfy for us also the dining kitchen area it's nice Nice view and the backyard and finally my kids so excited when we see the pigs family.. Good communication with Robert while i have a question to him Definitely be back if i stay at Hilo area.. Mahalo
Me and my family enjoy to stay at this house, its big and plenty room to accommodate for 5 of us and have 2 bathroom , is clean and the bed is nice and comfy for us also the dining kitchen area it's nice Nice view and the backyard and finally my kids so excited when we see the pigs family.. Good communication with Robert while i have a question to him Definitely be back if i stay at Hilo area.. Mahalo
10
Melanie P.
6 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Carmela B.
23 Oct 2025
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Stayed 14 nights
Simple, clean comfortable house in a great location. We truly enjoyed our stay. Mahalo.
Simple, clean comfortable house in a great location. We truly enjoyed our stay. Mahalo.
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Makoto
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
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。
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。
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DeAnna C.
28 Sept 2023
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Stayed 8 nights
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.
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.
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Gina C.
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
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Joseph F.
23 Sept 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Becky E.
22 Jun 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Ryan S.
27 Dec 2022
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Stayed 9 nights
Family of Five stayed here at Robert's Property. It is amazing. Very clean, very beautiful. We cooked at least one meal here each day and it had everything that we could ask for. Check in and Check out was easy. Robert provided great instructions on how to get to the property. Communication with Robert was perfect. He made sure we were doing ok. Beds were very comfortable. Water was alway hot. The house and property was amazing. I would stay here again.
Family of Five stayed here at Robert's Property. It is amazing. Very clean, very beautiful. We cooked at least one meal here each day and it had everything that we could ask for. Check in and Check out was easy. Robert provided great instructions on how to get to the property. Communication with Robert was perfect. He made sure we were doing ok. Beds were very comfortable. Water was alway hot. The house and property was amazing. I would stay here again.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable for families, with layouts that work well and pleasant tropical views. Decor is dated and the lack of full A/C can leave spaces warm, with noticeable wildlife sounds at night.
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Landiwati S.
20 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Me and my family enjoy to stay at this house, its big and plenty room to accommodate for 5 of us and have 2 bathroom , is clean and the bed is nice and comfy for us also the dining kitchen area it's nice Nice view and the backyard and finally my kids so excited when we see the pigs family.. Good communication with Robert while i have a question to him Definitely be back if i stay at Hilo area.. Mahalo
Me and my family enjoy to stay at this house, its big and plenty room to accommodate for 5 of us and have 2 bathroom , is clean and the bed is nice and comfy for us also the dining kitchen area it's nice Nice view and the backyard and finally my kids so excited when we see the pigs family.. Good communication with Robert while i have a question to him Definitely be back if i stay at Hilo area.. Mahalo
10
Melanie P.
6 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Sheri C.
8 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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 .
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 .
8
Makoto
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
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。
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。
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GARY G.
7 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Affordable home with three bedrooms and two baths makes it convenient for a Family.
Affordable home with three bedrooms and two baths makes it convenient for a Family.
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Molly L.
2 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The house was the perfect size. Definitely needs some updating.... from beds to fridge. No A/C was rough. Yard was beautiful with lots of wilderness and wildlife around to view.
The house was the perfect size. Definitely needs some updating.... from beds to fridge. No A/C was rough. Yard was beautiful with lots of wilderness and wildlife around to view.
10
Teresa
25 Nov 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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J G.
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great place in the country. We enjoyed the pigs and the noisy coqui frogs.
Great place in the country. We enjoyed the pigs and the noisy coqui frogs.
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Joseph F.
23 Sept 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Brad P.
19 Mar 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Overall, it’s a nice clean house, but really there’s no comfortable chair or couch to sit on in the living room to watch the TV. The couches a futon with the springs popping out in the two chairs he had were not comfortable to sit in. Don’t get me wrong I’m a 6 foot three man so it’s hard for me to find a comfortable chair. Overall nice place good shopping center up the street about 5 miles good food at the Black rock Café. Just kind of far from Hilo and lots of traffic to get to it in and out.
Overall, it’s a nice clean house, but really there’s no comfortable chair or couch to sit on in the living room to watch the TV. The couches a futon with the springs popping out in the two chairs he had were not comfortable to sit in. Don’t get me wrong I’m a 6 foot three man so it’s hard for me to find a comfortable chair. Overall nice place good shopping center up the street about 5 miles good food at the Black rock Café. Just kind of far from Hilo and lots of traffic to get to it in and out.
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Service
Communication is excellent, with clear directions, easy self-check-in, and fast, helpful responses from the host. Guests felt well supported without being intruded upon.
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Shawntelle L.
28 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Roberts property was exactly what we were looking for. Everything went extremely smooth. From the self check-in process, the helpful information available throughout the home, to the easy peasy check out process. Robert was not over bearing, he sent us one message welcoming us and offering assistance should we need it which I thought was great! I highly recommend Roberts property and I would definitely stay here again.Mahalo Nui, The Laikupu ohana
Roberts property was exactly what we were looking for. Everything went extremely smooth. From the self check-in process, the helpful information available throughout the home, to the easy peasy check out process. Robert was not over bearing, he sent us one message welcoming us and offering assistance should we need it which I thought was great! I highly recommend Roberts property and I would definitely stay here again.Mahalo Nui, The Laikupu ohana
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Nancy E.
30 Jan 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
We came to explore the island trails (hiking and snorkeling) and did much driving (1 to 2.5 hours each way a day) and hiking so our time at the rental was limited to sleeping and eating, showering, doing laundry (a fantastic outdoor sink to clean gear) and using the WiFi (great signal). Everything worked well for our needs. We appreciated the owner’s response time to one of our requests and their generosity in supplying masks, snorkels, chairs etc for our water time explorations. Watching the volcano erupt at Volcano National Park was a highlight of our trip. Many thanks to the owners for sharing their home with us.
We came to explore the island trails (hiking and snorkeling) and did much driving (1 to 2.5 hours each way a day) and hiking so our time at the rental was limited to sleeping and eating, showering, doing laundry (a fantastic outdoor sink to clean gear) and using the WiFi (great signal). Everything worked well for our needs. We appreciated the owner’s response time to one of our requests and their generosity in supplying masks, snorkels, chairs etc for our water time explorations. Watching the volcano erupt at Volcano National Park was a highlight of our trip. Many thanks to the owners for sharing their home with us.
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Gina C.
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
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Paul B.
8 Nov 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Un logement très spacieux et confortable, bien équipé et facile à trouver. L'hôte est facile d'accès et très communiquant. IL est également très compréhensif en cas de difficultés. Cest vraiment une très bonne location par une personne chaleureuse et à l'écoute
Un logement très spacieux et confortable, bien équipé et facile à trouver. L'hôte est facile d'accès et très communiquant. IL est également très compréhensif en cas de difficultés. Cest vraiment une très bonne location par une personne chaleureuse et à l'écoute
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Teresa
25 Nov 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Gordon W.
17 Aug 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Tiffany V.
9 May 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
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.
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.
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Ryan S.
27 Dec 2022
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Stayed 9 nights
Family of Five stayed here at Robert's Property. It is amazing. Very clean, very beautiful. We cooked at least one meal here each day and it had everything that we could ask for. Check in and Check out was easy. Robert provided great instructions on how to get to the property. Communication with Robert was perfect. He made sure we were doing ok. Beds were very comfortable. Water was alway hot. The house and property was amazing. I would stay here again.
Family of Five stayed here at Robert's Property. It is amazing. Very clean, very beautiful. We cooked at least one meal here each day and it had everything that we could ask for. Check in and Check out was easy. Robert provided great instructions on how to get to the property. Communication with Robert was perfect. He made sure we were doing ok. Beds were very comfortable. Water was alway hot. The house and property was amazing. I would stay here again.
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Vince C.
20 Jan 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
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.
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.
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Randy
24 Jan 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
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!
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!
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Quiet, rural setting with a nearby shopping center, and convenient for exploring Volcanoes National Park. Some guests found it a longer drive to Hilo and noted traffic.
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Amy G.
13 Apr 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
10
Prasoon S.
26 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
This is a very unique experience we all had. Chirping birds, abundant greenscape, large windows with good cross ventilation, thoughtful amenities throughout. 7 min walk to the ocean. 10 min drive to shopping area. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
This is a very unique experience we all had. Chirping birds, abundant greenscape, large windows with good cross ventilation, thoughtful amenities throughout. 7 min walk to the ocean. 10 min drive to shopping area. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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Bryan C.
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
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.
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.
10
Lyn B.
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great house to stay in for some relaxation on the east side of the island. Location was 30-35 minutes from Hilo, but no problems navigating all around the east side. And there were some wonderful restaurants nearby!
Great house to stay in for some relaxation on the east side of the island. Location was 30-35 minutes from Hilo, but no problems navigating all around the east side. And there were some wonderful restaurants nearby!
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Gina C.
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
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Shay V.
18 Mar 2024
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Stayed 12 nights
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.
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.
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Teresa
25 Nov 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Tiffany V.
9 May 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
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.
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.
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Brad P.
19 Mar 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Overall, it’s a nice clean house, but really there’s no comfortable chair or couch to sit on in the living room to watch the TV. The couches a futon with the springs popping out in the two chairs he had were not comfortable to sit in. Don’t get me wrong I’m a 6 foot three man so it’s hard for me to find a comfortable chair. Overall nice place good shopping center up the street about 5 miles good food at the Black rock Café. Just kind of far from Hilo and lots of traffic to get to it in and out.
Overall, it’s a nice clean house, but really there’s no comfortable chair or couch to sit on in the living room to watch the TV. The couches a futon with the springs popping out in the two chairs he had were not comfortable to sit in. Don’t get me wrong I’m a 6 foot three man so it’s hard for me to find a comfortable chair. Overall nice place good shopping center up the street about 5 miles good food at the Black rock Café. Just kind of far from Hilo and lots of traffic to get to it in and out.
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Randy
24 Jan 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
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!
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!
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Blaise
23 Apr 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice three bedroom house with a big back yard. Found what we needed in the kitchen. There were beach towels and snorkeling gear for us to use.
Nice three bedroom house with a big back yard. Found what we needed in the kitchen. There were beach towels and snorkeling gear for us to use.
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Suzanne J.
7 May 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Amy G.
13 Apr 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
10
Jerome B.
2 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed here for 3 nights and this was the second time we stayed here. The house is amazing and allows visitors to live more like a local than a tourist. The beds are comfortable and the amenities exceptional. The grill was great to cook on and the lanai super relaxing. I didn't think it would be even better the second time but it was!
We stayed here for 3 nights and this was the second time we stayed here. The house is amazing and allows visitors to live more like a local than a tourist. The beds are comfortable and the amenities exceptional. The grill was great to cook on and the lanai super relaxing. I didn't think it would be even better the second time but it was!
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Sheri C.
8 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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 .
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 .
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Lyn B.
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great house to stay in for some relaxation on the east side of the island. Location was 30-35 minutes from Hilo, but no problems navigating all around the east side. And there were some wonderful restaurants nearby!
Great house to stay in for some relaxation on the east side of the island. Location was 30-35 minutes from Hilo, but no problems navigating all around the east side. And there were some wonderful restaurants nearby!
10
Teresa
25 Nov 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Joseph F.
23 Sept 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Ryan S.
27 Dec 2022
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Stayed 9 nights
Family of Five stayed here at Robert's Property. It is amazing. Very clean, very beautiful. We cooked at least one meal here each day and it had everything that we could ask for. Check in and Check out was easy. Robert provided great instructions on how to get to the property. Communication with Robert was perfect. He made sure we were doing ok. Beds were very comfortable. Water was alway hot. The house and property was amazing. I would stay here again.
Family of Five stayed here at Robert's Property. It is amazing. Very clean, very beautiful. We cooked at least one meal here each day and it had everything that we could ask for. Check in and Check out was easy. Robert provided great instructions on how to get to the property. Communication with Robert was perfect. He made sure we were doing ok. Beds were very comfortable. Water was alway hot. The house and property was amazing. I would stay here again.
10
Randy
24 Jan 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
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!
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!
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Nora B.
1 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Amazing place in the middle of the rain forest! We really enjoyed our stay here and the hosts were very responsive. We definitely plan to come back and would recommend it to everyone wanting to experience a real life jungle, complete with neat little singing frogs and wild pigs. :)
Amazing place in the middle of the rain forest! We really enjoyed our stay here and the hosts were very responsive. We definitely plan to come back and would recommend it to everyone wanting to experience a real life jungle, complete with neat little singing frogs and wild pigs. :)
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Tory B.
22 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Off the beaten path, this rental is in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood just six blocks from the ocean. It had everything we needed to enjoy our time on the eastern side of Hawaii. The owner was friendly and responsive throughout the entire rental experience.
Off the beaten path, this rental is in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood just six blocks from the ocean. It had everything we needed to enjoy our time on the eastern side of Hawaii. The owner was friendly and responsive throughout the entire rental experience.
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William G.
17 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were clean. Check in and out was easy. There’s no AC but it’s in the 60-70s at night. It was a good location for trips to Hilo and the volcano.
The rooms were clean. Check in and out was easy. There’s no AC but it’s in the 60-70s at night. It was a good location for trips to Hilo and the volcano.
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Tony Z.
3 Jun 2026
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Stayed 15 nights
House is fully furnished with a well-stocked kitchen in a quiet and comfortable neighborhood. The location is somewhat inconvenient — most places of interest are going to be outside lower Puna (including groceries), but there is only one major road in and out of the area, which gets busy during rush hour. We appreciated the lanai on the house, which was enjoyably breezy (especially with the stocked mosquito coils to avoid getting bitten) when the main house got hot mid-morning. We (as Californians) found moisture management quite important in the damp weather on the Hilo side of the island, frequently opening windows and using the fans in the unit to avoid the "damp" smell you can otherwise get.
House is fully furnished with a well-stocked kitchen in a quiet and comfortable neighborhood. The location is somewhat inconvenient — most places of interest are going to be outside lower Puna (including groceries), but there is only one major road in and out of the area, which gets busy during rush hour. We appreciated the lanai on the house, which was enjoyably breezy (especially with the stocked mosquito coils to avoid getting bitten) when the main house got hot mid-morning. We (as Californians) found moisture management quite important in the damp weather on the Hilo side of the island, frequently opening windows and using the fans in the unit to avoid the "damp" smell you can otherwise get.
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JenMamo W.
11 Apr 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Highly recommend this property...Beautiful, all amenities included...The host is amazing.I would definitely return...
Highly recommend this property...Beautiful, all amenities included...The host is amazing.I would definitely return...
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Check-in from 16:00
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FAQs about Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are not allowed at this property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 16:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
Where is the property located?
The property is located in Pahoa, Hawaii, by the sea, close to Hilo Municipal Golf Course, Regal Prince Kuhio, and various shopping areas. It is also near Kahakai Park, approximately six blocks from the ocean front.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, specifically ages 3-17. No crib beds are provided for small children.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not provide cribs or extra beds, and no additional guests are allowed beyond the maximum occupancy of 6.
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