Location: Naalehu, Ka'u District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Waiohinu & Na'alehu are about 1 hour from Kailua-Kona & Hilo) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House
Welcome to the "House of Shimmering Water" - A two bedroom, two bathroom vacation rental located in Waiohinu (2 miles from Na'alehu) on the south-side of Hawaii's Big Island.
With the island's many diverse climates, the south-side offers some of the best weather and scenic beauty. Many of my guests have said that they feel like they are on top of the world when they arrive to the house.
It's truly the kind of paradise that you come to expect when visiting the Hawaiian Islands.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
The home has 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths with an upstairs loft, patio (lanai), and covered parking on two private acres of grassland and tropical plants. The property's hillside location has breath-taking panoramic views of the ocean and valley below with some of the best weather on the island.
The interior has a natural wood decor with large sliding windows and is beautifully furnished with Asian/Zen-like furniture and artwork. Satellite t.v., a dvd movie and book collection, "Netflix", wireless internet, a computer, clock/cd radios, and a cell phone for international travelers is provided.
Both bedrooms have a full-size (double-occupancy) bed with skylights in each room. The master bathroom has a stone tile interior with a shower/tub plus a large walk-in shower in the second bathroom. Linens, bath towels, and beach towels are provided.
The home is equipped with a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. There is also an outdoor BBQ and picnic area. The home supplies fresh county water (not water catchment) and has remote gate access. There are also several tame carribean sheep that can be seen grazing along the grassland.
LOCATION DESCRIPTION
Waiohinu translated into English is defined as "shimmering water". The town itself is a residential community located less than 5 minutes from Na'alehu in the Ka'u district of the Big Island which is approximately 1 hour from Kailua-Kona and 45 minutes from Hilo.
Local attractions include a nearby golf course, Big Island's only local winery, Punalu'u Black Sand Beach (Turtle Beach), Green Sands Beach (one of only two green sand beaches in the world), Volcano National Park, as well as several restaurants, galleries, and farmer's markets. The nearest beach is less than 10 minutes away and several hiking trails are walking-distance.
Also located a short distance away is South Point (the southern most point of the U.S.A), several natural hotsprings, Green Lake, and some great beaches for snorkeling and kayaking. Just one hour North of Hilo is Waipio Valley and the Hamakua Coast.
OTHER INFO.
Since 2009 we began offering our home as a vacation destination to travelers and have received wonderful reviews from our guests. We take pride in offering our guests a beautiful place that feels more like a home and less like a rental.
Please take a look at our property website as seen below.
RATES
$100 per night, $550 per week, $1750 per month. Both short-term & long-term rental is available.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Cell Phone
- Computer
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Other Activities
- Please see my property website for a full list of activities and suggestions.
Rate Details (In US DollarsYear)
$100/night .. $550/week .. $1750/month
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Big Island / Small Price / Beautiful Ocean Views on 2 Acres
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Naalehu
It was our family's life-long dream to own a home in this beautiful and relaxing environment.
The Unique Benefits at this House
You really do feel like you're on top of the world when you arrive to the house. It's truly an amazing experience to be able to wake up in the morning, look out at the horizon, and see 180 degree views of the ocean and valley below. The nights are just as beautiful with millions of stars that light up the sky. The location of the house has easy access to many attractions while still providing lots of privacy and solitude.
Owner's Map of Naalehu
In 2005 my mother purchased her home on the Big Island of Hawaii which had been a dream of hers for many years. She was an active member of the Ka’u Preservation that continues to preserve one of the last remaining black sand beach-fronts on the Big Island and home to an amazing ecosystem of sea turtles and other marine life. I currently live in Northern California with my fiancee and our dog, Sake. We frequently visit the Big Island during our free time. Rex, our caretaker is a former resident of Oahu who now lives on the Big Island and has previously worked with the National Park Service. Our vacation home is licensed and accredited by the State of Hawaii and we are members of the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau (HVCB).
Property Photos
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- Ocean views from most rooms - Waiohinu, Big Island Vacation House Rental , With Ocean View, Near Golf Course, Black Sand Beach, Enjoy Swimming, Surfing, Swimming.
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- Panoramic views of the ocean and valley - Waiohinu, Big Island Vacation House Rental , With Ocean View, Near Golf Course, Black Sand Beach, Enjoy Swimming, Surfing, Swimming.
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- Two bedrooms with upstairs loft - Waiohinu, Big Island Vacation House Rental , With Ocean View, Near Golf Course, Black Sand Beach, Enjoy Swimming, Surfing, Swimming.
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- Covered Patio (Lanai)
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- Living Room
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- Six person dining area
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- Master Bedroom with attached bathroom
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- Master Bathroom
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- Second Bedroom
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- Our four-legged lawnmowers
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- Relaxation!!
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- Your sunrise everyday!
Traveler Reviews (24)
Definitely Paradise!
Guest: Dan & Jo
(Blairsville, GA)
Date of Stay: 06/01/11
Review Submitted: 09/05/11
Two months in paradise at House of Shimmering Waters! Magnificient views, quality furnishings, immaculate condition and all accuratley described. Aaron provided great suggestions for activities during our two month stay. Though we never met he is quite the host. His caretaker, Rex, was most helpful and accomodating and was most accomodating in insuring we had a pleasant stay. If you desire peace, solitude and being away from the hustle of tourist life then this is the place for you. We found it conveniently located about half way between Hilo and Kona. This enabled us to explore in different directions and make the best utilization of our time. Green sand beach, black sand beach, sea turtles, national parks, hiking, fruit trees, Kona coffee...everything we dreamed it would be! We loved Naalehu and especially the Hana Hou Restaurant and the Wednesday and Saturday Farmers Market. Can't wait to get back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Wonderful Place to Relax and Unwind
Guest: JellyBeanLoud
(Salt Lake City)
Date of Stay: 05/28/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
We had such a wonderful time here. It is secluded, comfortable and we enjoyed coming home in the evenings. We will definitely stay here again and also recommend it to others.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
I loved the home
Guest: Vicki
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 11/01/10
Review Submitted: 01/19/11
If you want privacy and no neighbors this is the place for you. I walked in and immediately felt all the hassles of getting there disappear – I relaxed. Nice territorial view from a nice size lanai. The house is as described in the listing. It is about 30 minutes from Volcano.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Where Old Hawai'i Lives!
Guest: Holokauahi
(Colorado Springs, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 12/13/10
Review Submitted: 12/19/10
The district of Ka'u is not only the largest in the islands, it is also the only place that has never been conquered by invaders domestic or foreign. The people here are fiercely independent, and Ka'u thus remains one of the most remote, little visited, and authentic places in the islands. If you're looking to get a feel for what old Hawai'i must have been like, this is it. The wonderful home, fully "off the grid," is situated at rain forest altitude about the sleepy town of Waiohinu. The house is every bit as delightful as other reviewers have said, and it is very near to location of the ancient Hawai'ian village of Ha'ao. Giant mango trees, eucalyptus, banana,hibiscus and fantastic bamboo forests surround you. From the Volcanoes National Park to the east, Punalu'u Black Sands beach nearby, the Tibetan Temple above Pahala, to the cliffs of Ka Lae and more, there is much to see and do. But, you'll find that once you're comfortably seated on the open-air lanai with a fresh cup of Kona coffee in hand - you may just not want to ever leave the property at all!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Vacation rental review
Guest: Krzysztof from California
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Date of Stay: 12/29/09
Review Submitted: 01/30/10
"We have enjoyed the stay very much. Here are some impressions from our 15-year old son Jan: *The House of Shimmering Waters* is a wonderful and relaxing place to unwind and let go of worries. We found the spectacular view and the natural setting among uniquely Hawaiian vegetation quite pleasant. The caretaker, Ken, was very friendly and even informed us of multiple beaches and other less known locales on the island. However, we did not put this information to any good use as we just could not get ourselves to leave this beautiful and calming estate. And, although the natural aspect of this place was soothing, the wireless internet and satellite television kept us in touch with civilization from afar. Overall, our stay there could not have been better. We truly enjoyed every single day of our vacation."
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Guest: Sara
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Date of Stay: 01/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/10
"We had a wonderful time at your place! It was absolutely beautiful, and perfect for our stay and what we were looking for. It was incredibly relaxing. Your caretaker was also really great--he was helpful and really fun to talk to. We all agreed that we would like to stay there again sometime. Our vacation ended much too soon! I really can't think of anything to suggest that would have made our stay more pleasant! Thank you for keeping such a nice home, and we hope to rent it again from you sometime soon!"
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Guest: Jerry
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Date of Stay: 01/15/10
Review Submitted: 01/15/10
"We had a great trip to the island and appreciated your house as well as your recommendations. Your location was wonderful and suited us just fine, including the peaceful serenity, sheep and views. Caretaker Ken was extremely helpful and pleasant guy. Farmers' market and local restaurant were fun. I want to reiterate our pleasure in your renting it for our holiday use."
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Guest: Krzysztof
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Date of Stay: 01/03/10
Review Submitted: 01/03/10
"We have enjoyed the stay very much. Here are some impressions from our 15-year old son Jan: *The House of Shimmering Waters* is a wonderful and relaxing place to unwind and let go of worries. We found the spectacular view and the natural setting among uniquely Hawaiian vegetation quite pleasant. The caretaker, Ken, was very friendly and even informed us of multiple beaches and other less known locales on the island. However, we did not put this information to any good use as we just could not get ourselves to leave this beautiful and calming estate. And, although the natural aspect of this place was soothing, the wireless internet and satellite television kept us in touch with civilization from afar. Overall, our stay there could not have been better. We truly enjoyed every single day of our vacation."
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Guest: Bill
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Date of Stay: 12/08/09
Review Submitted: 12/08/09
"We want to thank you for opening up your home to us. It's a beautiful property with awesome views. We enjoyed the halfway location between Hilo and Kona, allowing us to enjoy each side on different days. I think we covered everything we wanted to on the Big Island and more. The attention to detail in the amenities and private location make it a pleasure to come back to. The guidebooks were very useful and the dvd collection and board games were a nice touch. Overall we had an excellent stay and will definitely recommend your home to friends visiting the Big Island. Mahalo!"
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