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A hot tub with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a blue countertop, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a curved sofa, and a wooden coffee table.
A two-story house with a balcony and a covered porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Keaau

This vacation home places you 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Pahoa Museum - 18 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 24 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 33 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lava Thai Food - ‬10 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.

Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW!

Located in a quiet neighborhood in beautiful Hawaiian Paradise Park on the pahoehoe lava rocks above the blue Pacific Ocean. Wake up to the most beautiful sunrises and fall asleep to the lull of the ocean waves.

Sit back and enjoy the ocean while you BBQ. Later go for a dip in the 3 person soaking tub (please no children under 12 yr old) - Ocean Front! Get cozy and stream a movie on the 65" smart living room TV, play some board games in the bookcase, try the ukulele or the guitar and make some music! Whip out a yoga mat for some stretching and try the pressure point mat!

Load up the car for your island adventure! Everything you needs is here for a great outing! Ice chest with ice packs in the freezer, sand chairs, beach umbrella & towels, beach sheets for picnics, beach matts and TOYS....sand toys, balls, a huge Jenga game and boogie boards!

Do you want to explore? You can text Janice for suggestions and of course help in deciding what direction to go in first and the best places to eat near by and far away!

Do you need to work? NO WORRIES.... You can check-in with the office, answer emails with excellent Wifi and find several good spots to hunker down to get some work pau (pow - done)! We have one guest that stays every year for several weeks just to get caught up on her work!

The property has plenty of parking with easy access to the home and there are motion detection lights at night -there are no public street lights here in Hawaiian Paradise Park. We are a "Dark Sky" state because of the telescopes on Mauna Kea and the street lights you will see are amber in color and are downward facing.

We have Mother Nature keeping us cool with lovely trade winds and every room has ceiling fans. People find it curious that we have no HVAV ducting in the homes - no need!

The private master suite is located on the second floor. The master bedroom with a king size bed, a full bathroom, washer/dryer and a large oceanfront covered lanai (deck) are inviting and romantic. There is a sleeper sofa also.

The main floor of the home has a large Living room with a sofa and 65" smart TV, a family room area with a sleeper sofa, bookcase with books, toys, board games and you can make some music with the ukulele and guitar!

The kitchen is full size and fully equipped and there is a dining room table and an additional table on the oceanfront lanai next to the gas BBQ grill. Also on the oceanfront lanai is a seating area with a 3-person soaking tub - Best Whale Watch Spot EVER!

The second bedroom with a full bathroom has a new queen size mattress on a beautiful "elephant" bamboo bedframe and there is a walk-in closet!

ALL the beds have 100% cotton sheets - the micro fiber sheets here are not comfortable - they tend to make you sweat and are not soft like real cotton!

This is your vacation - Maka Ala Lani is here to malama you during your stay!
The vacation home features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the linens on the beds & the towels in the bathrooms! Depending on the arrival of the next guest we may process the laundry on site or at a facility.This help the linens from being lost!
Please take your household garbage out EVERY evening to the bin behind the garage & on check out day!
Remember we have PET piggies-if you would like to leave leftovers or any other food behind Henry & Jelli say "Mahalo-oink" in advance! Thank you for staying at our vacay rental! Safe travels to you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number 3150570820000, TA-207-377-8688-08, GE-207-377-8688-08

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Keaau, close to Hobby Garden Hawaii, Ha'ena Beach, and Hawaiian Beaches Park.

Will I be able to park at Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW!?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW! good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO), which is 19 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW!?

Yes, every house at Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW! comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Ocean FRONT Home - Whale Watching Starts Nov-May! BOOK NOW! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. Clean home. Would certainly rent again. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the home and how it was situated on the edge of the water. Amazing views, especially from the upper lanai.The layout of the property tio was great. It more than met the needs of our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrey V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house is spacious, right on the ocean, and equipped with everything- every details is thoughtfully constructed. It was very clean and felt like a true home. The host was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!

Great property for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Panoramic Ocean Views and Vibes!!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We were warmly welcomed by the owner, Janice, who happened to be available, the views of the ocean and crash and thrum of the ocean waves hitting the lava out front and the full moon rising, sunrises and sunsets are wonderfully etched in our memories! Great neighborhood for walking, too! We will definitely stay here again! Mahalo Janice! Virginia and family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay in a Lovely House

This home was amazing! The master suite was beautiful with a balcony overlooking the ocean. The sunrises were incredible! The home was quite spacious. It had great amenities to make things easy (like baggies, oil) and also beach gear/towels. Janice was a great host - excellent communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing property

This was a fantastic house! The view was spectacular and location was perfect. It was centrally located for Volcano National Park, Mauna Kea, Akaka Falls, and other tourist attractions on this side of the island. The house was spotless and the owner thought of everything. Kitchen had everything we needed, plenty of towels, sheets for the pull out bed, even the light switches were labeled. Highly recommend this property! Spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great time.

Everything was great with the house and location. Though the neighbors dog barked us awake between 4am and 7am every single day we were there. She keeps her dog outside on the porch right next to the bedroom window of the rental property. If not for that the location would have been 5 stars.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best rental ever!

We have stayed in many vacation rentals over the years and this was one of the best. Very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked and the appliances seem very new. The water dispenser was a really nice bonus. We loved that the light switches were all labeled. If the house gets warm while you explore during the day, just open windows and turn on the modern ceiling fans and you’re cool in no time. And the VIEW…amazing. We would rent this home again in a heartbeat
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HERMAN L L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Unforgettable Experience

I stayed with my wife and five kids. We fit comfortably in the house, which actually appears larger than we expected. The home is right against the sea which makes for an amazing view and experience. It is set in a very friendly and walkable neighborhood we had fun exploring and despite being near so many homes, the location is very natural and fun with wild chickens, and a diverse colorful vegetation. Janice was a great host, and provided us with everything we needed and very accessible and made sure we enjoyed ourselves. The kids had the time of their life and we would love to go back sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful start to each day

I loved everything about this property. It was wonderful waking up to the waves and beautiful sunrises then walking out to the shore to watch the waves crash. The styling in the house was wonderful. The kitchen had everything we could need for our stay. There was snorkeling gear and other beach necessities. Janice communicated well before our stay our stay and was incredibly friendly throughout our visit. The neighbors were friendly and helpful as well. The kids absolutely loved staying here, and they loved all the animals (the chickens, little lizards, cats, and the pigs). The neighborhood was peaceful. It was fairly accessible to a lot of the cool parts of the island. When Kilauea began erupting, being so close to Hawaii Volcanos National Park allowed us to get there quickly and beat all the tourists coming from Kona. Nearby Hilo had a lot to offer. I really hated to leave and would not hesitate to stay here the next time I'm on the big island. Hands down, this is the best place I've ever stayed on vacation.
Sunrise view from the master bedroom balcony
We spent endless hours watching the waves crash on the shore
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views

Janice was a great host! The moment she found out we had a kid with us, she let us know about a playpen and other kid necessities. Thankfully our 10 year old is not high maintenance anymore 😉, but we still appreciated the offer. The property itself is absolutely stunning. We loved having access to the bluffs and being able to wake up to the sunrise on the ocean every morning. The location is good - close enough to town if needed but far enough away as to not be in the middle of all of the tourists. The house was very clean, and instructions were clearly placed for using the spa (NICE treat on starry nights!), Wi-Fi, and large variety of lights. We also truly appreciated the large ceiling fans and extra fans in the closet, as it was pretty warm when we visited. Finally, the well stocked kitchen was very useful. We cooked a few nights and used the Tupperware that was provided. This is definitely a place that we will recommend to friends and family and if we every visit the island again- we’ll be here for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023