No crowds on this beach! Hawi is a short distance from both Pololu and Waipio.
Location: Hawi, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Hawi town is a one hour drive North from the Kona airport.) View Map
Accommodations: Studio, + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Studio
Yes, the Big Island does have a north shore, SHHHHHH! This unique spot on Hawaii is unspoiled by excessive tourism, traffic, and VOG (volcanic pollution). Come have an island experience the way locals enjoy it! Gaze across the channel at the island of Maui as you breathe in the clean clear air courtesy of the trade winds. Feel the aloha spirit in the quaint small town of Hawi which borders the tropical and dry sides of the island. The north shore of Hawaii is for people who want to go beyond the high priced hotel experience and enjoy the islands the way they have been enjoyed for generations.
From Hawi you can go ten minutes west to dry heat and swimming, fifteen minutes east to lush tropical jungle and the wild Pololu Valley, twenty minutes south to the summit views from the cool Kohala Mountain top or you can walk into Hawi town and enjoy a cup of coffee with the locals then get a massage or shop for locally made treasures in our artist filled community. After a fresh fish dinner at one of the local restaurants you may even be lucky enough to catch some live music by one of the many famous musicians living in our town.
Enjoy the benefits of a kama'aina (local) host, and use our years of island experience to help you get the most from your island stay. Having an on site host opens a vast potential of possibilities that most people never get to experience while visiting Hawaii.
Travelers who come to North Kohala should know that they are forgoing the hot dry heat and touristy areas to be out in the country. Most of North Kohala is very jungle like and therefore includes all animals and critters found in such locations. If geckos, pigs, spiders, wild turkeys and roosters trouble you, then North kohala is not for you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Laundry is available between 8am and 4pm.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : Trundle Bed converts to king or two twin beds
- Crib : Portable and available upon request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Lots of choices and genres
- CD Player
- Music Library : Some cassettes.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Counter top oven only. If you need a full size oven you can use ours in the main house.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Limited freezer space.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : This grill is located on the lanai that is attached to the main house. This is a shared space.
- Lanai : Completely set up for outdoor dining. This space is attached to the main house and we encourage our guest to enjoy it!
- View/Location
- Ocean View : Keep one foot on our driveway and the other in the street and you can see the ocean! ;-)
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : within the US.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your laptop and use our internet.
- Other Amenities
- Pick your own Macadamia nuts, exotic garden, multiple head outdoor shower, concierge services for a fee.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Please arrange this in advance.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Helicopter tours, Kayak adventures, Swimming, Sport Fishing for ahi, marlin, wahoo, etc., Surfing, Boogie boarding, Whale Watching, ATV Tours (All-Terrain Vehicle), Dinner Cruises / Sunset Cruises, Dolphin Encounters, Hiking / Eco Tours, Horseback Riding, Inter Island Tours, Luaus, Massage, Parasailing, Romance, Scuba Diving, Shark / Ray Encounters, Shows / Entertainment, Sightseeing Tours, Snorkeling / SnorkelCruises, Snuba Diving, Submarine / Glassbottom Boat, Volcano Tours
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan 16-Nov 30 .. $95/nt.
Dec 01-Jan 15 .. $120/nt.
All rates subject to Hawaii GE/TAT Tax plus $100 cleaning fee.
$200 security deposit, not taxed.
Special Monthly Rate is $2,500 (any season).
Above Rates are for a three night minimum stay for up to 4 guests.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Break Free from the Dominant Paradigm-at Least for a Week!
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Hawi
It was amazing; we rounded the the tip of the island and went from rain-forest to desert. What had been a tropical deluge of over 3 inches per hour had given way to sunshine and an amazing rainbow. It was in the magic of that 5 minutes that we decided that the big island was the place we wanted to live. It was 3 months later when we became the owners our Hawi home.
The Unique Benefits at this Studio
The greatest benefit of choosing to stay with us is called aloha. What do you need; adventure ideas, a meal prepared, your shopping done prior to arrival, a ride somewhere, more privacy? You name it and we can get it done for you. It is our goal that you have a perfectly relaxed and enjoyable vacation and then come back to see us again next year!
The rugged north coast of the big island begins here at the awesome Pololu Valley.
Bring your 4x4 and surf board, but leave your snorkel gear behind and discover North Kohala's magic. You will never find this spot unless someone tells you how to get there.
Owner's Map of Hawi
Our family has deep roots in the Hawaiian Islands. While we certainly do not consider ourselves native Hawaiian, we can however, trace or family back to the early 1900s in Hawaii. Jim's mother grew up in hawaii and spent years in the entertainment industry on Oahu, singing and dancing for the early visitors to the islands.
The aloha spirit is very alive in our family as well as the town of Hawi where we chose to settle down. My wife Leah and I, along with our daughters, invite you to join us and experience the warm hawaiian sun and an even warmer aloha!
Property Photos
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- No crowds on this beach! Hawi is a short distance from both Pololu and Waipio. - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Our 'Ohana is a unique vacation rental in Hawi on the Kohala coast. - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Yes, luxurious and affordable vacation rentals can be found in Hawi Hawaii. - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- We encourage our guests to use the shared lanai
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- This is why you want to come to the North shore, right?
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- The studio is located adjacent to the main house (visible to the right)
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- Queen size Bed
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- Twin trundle bed becomes a king
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- Save money and prepare some meals at home
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- Lush tropical garden setting
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- 1/2 bath inside, three headed outdoor shower outside.
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- Like to hike? Try going to Waimanu Valley
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- Open gables and a ceiling fan to keep you cool on those balmy nights
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- The property sits on three acres of macadamia nuts; hunt, pick, crack and enjoy!
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- Sunrise from the top of Mauna Kea. Up at 2 a.m., home by lunch.
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- A short drive from our house will bring you here.
Traveler Reviews (16)
Peaceful aloha spirit
Guest: GaryTX
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 02/02/12
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
We stayed at Jim and Leah's ohana this past summer and loved it. The place is beautiful and the outdoor shower is great. The ohana's layout is perfect with lots of room. The kitchen has everything you could need. Plus, if you just have to deal with THE WORLD, they have wi-fi. When the most sound you hear is the occasional children's laughter from across the lawn, you know this is a special place.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Excellent place to relax
Guest: James
(Delaware)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11
Review Submitted: 12/31/11
Thanks to Jim and Leah my wife and I had a wonderful week on the big island. There is so much to do outside of the typical resort areas. Hawi is a great place to start out and easily reach many beautiful parts of the island. Thanks again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Definitely worth staying in this part of the island
Guest: Elaine & Ted
(Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 11/21/11
Review Submitted: 12/05/11
This property is a great place from which to explore the uncrowded beauty of Kohala. We enjoyed taking Saddle Road to Mauna Kea and loved the drive to Waimea. The studio is amazingly well-equipped and we immediately felt at home. Bird-watching was fabulous and Beach 69 is a MUST for snorkeling. We also enjoyed happy hour at the Bamboo restaurant and mac nut tropical dreams ice cream. Peaceful, beautiful, friendly, informative .... what more could you want. RIP Joby.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Great jumping off point
Guest: Maryruth
(Hilo)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 11/17/11
We enjoyed the 'Ohana atmosphere of this VRBO. We had all the privacy we needed, the studio kitchenette was well equipped for cooking all of our meals and the queen bed quite comfortable. We didn't use the outdoor shower because it was raining the first day and we were to exhausted after some fantastic diving--we had already showered at the beach! We found the location to be wonderful for exploring this 'corner' of the Big Island and all of the local knowledge gleaned from talking to either Jim or Leah was great. The property was clean and well maintained. You've got to ask for and try the raw mac nuts--Wow! what a delight! If you want to feel like a local and get a reasonable extended stay experience, this is a lovely VRBO in which to do so.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.
Mahalo Jim and Leah!
Guest: Cory and Jenn
(Grand Forks, ND)
Date of Stay: 05/26/10
Review Submitted: 05/01/11
We really enjoyed our stay with Jim and Leah. They're place is very nice and well-furnished and they are very accomodating. What we were most impressed with is that they have two small kids of their own, and are therefore well-equipped to accommodate guests with small kids like ourselves. They were able to provide us with a pack and play, high chair, and baby backpack which made our vacation a lot easier and more enjoyable. Again many thanks, and we hope to see you again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Our vacation in Paradise!
Guest: Craig & Sandi
(Bandon, OR.)
Date of Stay: 04/08/11
Review Submitted: 04/25/11
Aloha Jim & Leah...we have been gone from Paradise 1 week...& we miss you & the sweet cottage. EVERYTHING was just like your pictures showed...except the shower was much better than we expected.....what a "haven" it was to come to after a day of traveling over the island..the swimming beaches were just minutes away....the Farmer's Market was outstanding... One of the best things we liked about our vacation rental was your immediate response to us after we contacted you the first time, your hospitality was great...your advice was very helpful....we would highly recommend the property to a friend or relative....we look forward to seeing you again!! .
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Relaxing time...
Guest: Pat & Lucy
(Martinez)
Date of Stay: 10/03/10
Review Submitted: 10/18/10
We had a great and comfy time at Jim and Leah's studio. Roomy enough, clean, modern, and nicely appointed & decorated. Hawi is a nice little town and a good launching point for either side of the island, and only about 90 minutes from Hilo at the far end of the island. This is not for the crowd that requires Hiltonesque travel to professionally designed resorts, but rather for the couple or small family that prefers to experience what it might be to call the real Hawaii "home" for a week or so. The climate in Hawi Town is so ideal that the thought of a heater or AC becomes preposterous, as it only takes a day or so to fully appreciate the warm loving caress of the gentle trade winds. The unit is not isolated on the property. You are a few steps from Jim and Leah's home, but there is plenty of privacy, and your hosts are eager to help with advice and insider info should you desire. Highly recommended. We'll be back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Very nice place! Thanks for the hospitality.
Guest: Margaret
(Northern California)
Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 08/29/10
Jim and Leah's bungalow is a beautiful, well kept and peaceful place. If you like a rural, laid back atmosphere with good access to some of the nicest swimming/snorkeling beaches on the Big Island, hiking, Waimea (but warmer!) you will enjoy this place. Hawi is small but has good eats and amenities. Jim and Leah are wonderful hosts; eager to answer questions, suggest outings or ignore you depending on your preference. For us it was a 5 of 5 but we seek out rural settings and pace that may not appeal to all.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
My time in Hawi
Guest: Hiten
(Bay Area, Ca)
Date of Stay: 05/31/10
Review Submitted: 08/11/10
Jim and Leah's studio bungalow is a wonderful and relaxing place. They are warm and welcoming couple who live next door on the adjacent property and are available for suggestions or to offer help. They happily share their lanai for use by their guests. The landscape is just beautiful all over. The studio is well appointed. The one thing that i would like to mention is the outdoor shower which you should keep in mind if privacy is an issue. Jim fixed it with a shower curtain which made it more comfortable. The town of Hawi is charming and is everything that i expected from my big island experience. Overall, a very enjoyable and relaxing experience.
Owner response:Mahalo to Hiten for the thoughtful review. Regarding the outdoor shower and privacy it should be made clear that it is located in a very private spot in the yard. The shower has an enclosure and a curtain. However, the walk to the shower does require some form of cover up.
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Guest: Deborha
(Ft. St. John, BC)
Date of Stay: 08/31/09
Review Submitted: 08/31/09
Jim & Leah's beautiful home caters to all of your needs and then some. My family and I fell in love with the quaintness of Hawi. We found the people to be truly filled with the Aloha spirit. Our favourite beach was 20 minutes away and the local snorkelling spot was wonderful. The quiet pace was just right to unwind. Cy the friendly onsite host was a wealth of information. Maholo! We would definitely recommend this place to stay to others.
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