Location: Hilo, Hilo District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Hilo Airport 20 minutes; Volcano National Park 40 minutes) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: House
SEA WATCH is a spotlessly clean, private and serene, two bedroom, two bathroom OCEANFRONT JEWEL.
SEA WATCH is nestled just 90 feet from the ocean yet protected by the 20-foot lava cliff at the ocean’s edge with nothing between you and the ocean. This is the ideal place to vacation, to simply relax, or to have a small, personal wedding, commitment ceremony or marriage renewal.
Whatever your reason for choosing SEA WATCH, crashing waves and picturesque sea spray will provide your back drop. Located in a small, cozy residential area, SEA Watch offers the perfect “peace” of paradise. GUESTS RETURN AGAIN AND AGAIN AND THAT SAYS IT ALL!
This beautiful, 1465 sq ft, award-winning house has a stunning ocean view from every room as, of course, does the lanai. Sit back and relax as you watch whales give birth and train their young in winter; enjoy the antics of dolphins and sea turtles year round! Or if you prefer, stand or sit out on the rocks and watch up close and personal as the mystery of the sea unfolds. And then there are the nights.... Listen to the whales breathe, blow and vocalize, watch the love boats go by and give yourself up to that incredible MOON!
SEA WATCH AMENITIES
KITCHEN:
Filtered water – reverse osmosis
Coffee pot (and coffee for your first morning)
Coffee bean grinder
Espresso Machine
Bread Maker
Blender
Toaster
Full size refrigerator with ice maker
Smooth top electric stove
Oven
Microwave
Lots of flatware, dishes, pots and pans
Storage containers and/or bags
Placemats and napkins
Spices
Some condiments (such as sugar, flour, cooking oil, mustard, catsup, mayonnaise, tea and/or coffee for your first morning, and often much more.
Desk with high speed hookup for you computer
All glass corner window for ocean viewing
Fire Extinguisher
Excellent lighting
Garbage Bags
Paper Towels
LIVING ROOM:
Comfortable furniture
Incredible ocean view
Desk
Wall speakers
Ceiling Fan with remote control
Sliding glass doors to large, covered lanai
DINING NOOK:
Round wooden table – can seat 6
Table in bay window which provides unrestricted ocean viewing
TV ROOM:
Cable Television
DVD
Stereo
CD Changer and Tape Deck
Extensive Video and DVD library
Large, comfortable chairs with ottomans
Futon couch
Throw pillows
Ceiling Fan
MASTER BEDROOM:
Comfortable King Bed
Extensive library with both hardback and paperback books
Comfortable gliding chair
Makeup mirror
Built-in dresser
Ceiling Fan (Floor fan in closet if preferred)
Additional linens
Luggage Rack
Phone
Alarm Clock
Sliding glass door to large, covered lanai
Extra linens
MASTER BATHROOM:
Hair dryer
Body wash
Liquid Hand Soap
Makeup Mirror
Built in dressers
Large closet
Sliding door to large covered lanai
Large supply of towels, bath sheets and wash cloths
Toilet paper
SECOND BEDROOM:
Comfortable Twin Beds (2)
Ceiling Fan
Large Closet
Luggage Rack
Alarm Clock
Small book library
Built in Dresser
Plenty of clothes hangers
Extra linens
SECOND BATHROOM
Hair Dryer
Liquid hand soap
Bath gel
Extra towels and wash cloths (in linen closet just outside the bathroom door)
Toilet Paper
LAUNDRY (located in second bathroom)
Full Size Washing Machine
Full Size Dryer
Laundry Detergent
Spot remover
Laundry bag for delicates
Dryer sheets
First Aid Kit
LANAIs (Covered)
Two lounge chairs (with pads)
Table and four chairs (more available if needed)
Gas Grill
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:
FREE HIGH-SPEED HOOK-UP
LAND PHONE WITH FREE LONG DISTANCE ANYWHERE IN THE US AND CANADA
Fishing poles (you can fish from the yard)
Coolers, all sizes (if you need the largest one, just ask)
Beach mats
Beach towels
Beach chairs
Beach umbrella
Rain umbrellas
Back packs
Beach bags
Ice Packs
Lantern
Flashlights
Counter top fan
Extra beach hats
Some snorkel equipment and beach shoes
Vacuum
Broom
Iron
Ironing Board
Scale for weighing luggage (no one wants to weigh
him/herself while on vacation)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : free long distance calling in US and Canada
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Mountain View : Lovely views of both Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Two Telephones, Answering Machine, FREE LONG DISTANCE CALLS to anywhere in US and Canada, Two desk Areas perfect for computer stations, FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET CONNECTION plus wireless, Video Library, DVD Player and DVDs, Blender, Espresso machine,Coffee Pot and Coffee Grinder, All Cooking Utensils, Linens, Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, Beach Umbrella, Coolers, Back Pack, Iron & Ironing Board, Laundry Supplies, Hair Dryer, Smoking on Lanai ONLY
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : House has no stairs, all on one floor, wide front door
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : please call
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Whale, Dolphin and Sea Turtle Watching from the comfort of your own house or lanai!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
*Special* April 1-Dec.17 $160/night (1-2 guests); $210 (3-4 guests); $250 (5-6)
Please call for Merrie Monarch rates.
Specials apply only to stays of 5 nights or more
OUR USUAL RATES:$1175/wk-$175/night (1-2guests);$1525/wk-$225/night(3-4 guests)
$275/nt (5-6 guest) Taxes total 13.416%;$200 security deposit;3 night minimum stay
Cleaning Fee:$100(1-2guests using 1 bedroom); $125 (3-4 guests) $150 (5-6 guests)
Please call for Christmas, New Years and Merrie Monarch Rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2001
Property Photos
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- Watch dolphin, whales and sea turtles at play even when you wash dishes
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- true oceanfront dining in this relaxing dining nook!
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- Living room looking forward street side door
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- View of master bedroom suite looking toward entry and master bath
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- built-ins grace this master bathroom -- watch dolphins and whales as you shower
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- SUNRISE FROM THE SEA WATCH LANAI
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- Baby Whale Breaching in Front of Sea Watfh
Traveler Reviews (14)
Dreaming of my return to this amazing place
Guest: alohatad
(Palm Springs, California)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 01/23/12
For starters, this is the most wonderful rental property I've ever seen and I can't wait to return to Sam's Sea Watch! As others commented, photos don't do it justice. I was drawn to the place by the photos listed, the clean sight lines of the blue Pacific against the beauty of lava rock bluffs and the sparkling white interior. But now that I've seen it with my own eyes, taking dozens of photos myself, there is no substitute for being there in person. A picture is worth a thousand words yet those who travel know that photos never fully capture the essence of a place. Sam is a very conscientious innkeeper and a friendly host full of tips to assist you in enjoying the island. Someone else made an analogy to the concierge you would find in a fine hotel. The home has brochures and many pages of typed information, books, maps - and Sam is just a phone call away to help answer any question. And phone calls are free from Sea Watch to anyone in the USA or Canada. Free internet access is also provided. This sizable light and airy home really is as clean as you could hope it to be. She has a team of people devoted to prepping the home for the next guests and they are very thorough as it truly is spotless. It was so peaceful to relax in a quiet residential area by the sea. Lush foliage and large lots make it feel quite private and secluded. Remote enough to feel secluded yet a short drive to stores and restaurants when the need arises. Sam provides very detailed and accurate directions to Sea Watch. We enjoyed cooking large family meals, including one prepared on the grill. There are copious amounts of spices, condiments etc. provided. And it seems many guests leave dried goods, etc. they couldn't consume. I know we paid it forward by leaving things behind. All of the appliances and gadgets you need are here for you. And cupboards full of every size of cookware, dishes, glasses, mugs - you name it. Loved the bay windows surrounding the dinner table. All ocean all the time! Nice to have a washer & dryer. Sam provides laundry detergent. Water pressure and temps were always great in the shower by the way, and that isn't always true in hotels, let alone rental homes. Dozens of towels to choose from. Sorry if I sound like a broken record but you really do have everything you need at this place. Sighing as I realize it's impossible to express how much I loved my time by the sea at this tasteful, relaxing, special home - heaven on Earth. Mahalo, Sam!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Outstanding views and location
Guest: Patty
(San Diego)
Date of Stay: 10/19/11
Review Submitted: 10/25/11
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the house, location and owner. Samantha went out of her way to help us when we had a minor medical emergency. The location was perfect. It was great to wake up and eat breakfast on the porch where we could watch and listen to the surf. Unlike other rentals we've used in the past, Seawatch did not have any mildew smell.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Stop looking, this is the place.
Guest: Big Sissiy Gail
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/06/11
Review Submitted: 09/13/11
If I could imagine the most perfect vacation home, I could not come close to imagining this wonderful house. We were so happy there, I did not want leave, ever. Thank you Sam for being the best hostess ever. I hope we can come back.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Sea Watch, The Beautiful
Guest: Kaye
(Louisville, CO)
Date of Stay: 04/19/10
Review Submitted: 04/08/11
Walking into the doors of Sea Watch is an experience that will stop the hands of time and leave you completely awestruck. The first thing you will see is the large bay window across the room from the doorway into the home. The scene displays the lava rock on which the house is built. Out of that rock grows a low-lying shrub in beautiful green. Less than 100 feet away is a cliff against which waves crash and spray upward in majestic splendor and beyond that is the spacious ocean. The rolling waves are the most beautiful blue-turquoise color that you can imagine. The sound of the waves will rock you to sleep at night. Once you can release your gaze from the beauty beyond that bay window and you focus on the house itself, you will be engulfed by the calm, clean colors and exquisite home design. The vaulted ceilings and spacious living quarters of the main room is cheerful, calming and captivating. The openness of this home is delightful. No matter which room you occupy, whether it be the kitchen, dining area nestled in the bay window, sitting room that faces the sliding glass doors that lead to the lanai, the bathroom shower or the master bedroom, you have a large view of that beautiful ocean. The pictures that can be viewed online do not give this beautiful piece of art justice. I found Sea Watch to be one of the most medicinal havens I’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting. It embraces your heart, mind and soul and leaves you with a memory that will drive you to return. Sam, the owner, is a treasure. She is very accommodating and extremely intelligent. Her wealth of information relative to the area in general, where to shop and other places of scenic interest was extremely helpful. Her hard work with the property upkeep and friendly spirit has made her a friend of this family forever.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Sea watch
Guest: Sea watch
(Crystal Lake, Il 60014)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We loved our vacation at Sea watch. The house is beautiful and kept perfectly. We loved the view from the patio doors and especially the corner glass above the kitchen sink. No obstructions to spoil the view. The fishing was fantastic. Being a fresh water fisherman, it took me awhile to figure out a stragey. The waves and cliff weren't a problem once I learned what to do. By using a large bobber, or float, and attaching a heavy sinker just under it will give the distance and depth you need. Attach a small hook 6ft. below the bobber and let the current and waves provide the action. I used squid, cut up, in strips for bait. Buy frozen instead of fresh. Then there isn't a bad smell. I left a tackle box with necessary gear. Wash off salt water after each use and spray the reels with the WD-40 left with fishing equipment that way the equipment will last a long time. We will recommend this rental to everyone. We loved it. Larry and Sandy from Crystal Lake, Illinois
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Unbeatable
Guest: Mike B
(Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 11/15/09
Review Submitted: 07/01/10
I stayed here with my wife and 5 year old daughter and we had a fantastic time, so much so that we are planning a return. This place is everything you would hope for and much more.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
5 Star Vacation Rental!
Guest: ALOHASUNSHINE
(Tokyo, Japan)
Date of Stay: 04/22/09
Review Submitted: 04/05/10
Aloha Sam and future guests. I truly enjoyed my stay in Sea Watch for the second time. The house is beautiful, well maintained and everything was there to enjoy vacation. Saw many many whales just in front of the house everyday. Today, March 28th 2010. Sam and I kept watching a Mom and baby whale swim by early afternoon. I travel a lot and I should say this is the best place in the whole world to refresh your mind and rejuvenate your soul. I loved the bed in the master bedroom. I usually have a hard time to used to with hotel beds, however in Sea Watch, I could fall a sleep and wake up in the morning with totally rested. If there is a book to rate Vacation Rentals in the world, I will give 5 stars to Sea Watch! Will come back again in September.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway.
The Best-outfitted Rental Ever
Guest: fitseniors
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 02/06/10
Review Submitted: 03/16/10
The pictures of Seawatch do not do it justice: the view is panoramic with the bay wrapping around on both the north and south ends, endless vistas look straight out to sea, and crashing waves against the cliffs in the distance as the sun rose each morn made our breakfasts in the nook unforgettable. We could only imagine what it would be like to see this every day, rather than just for the precious week we spent here. Our experiences with other vacation rentals has been mixed, with our biggest complaint being missing essentials, such as salt, or paper products, but at Seawatch we were amazed to find the cupboards and shelves brimming full with every kind of dish, utensil, pan, appliance, condiment, enetertainment items... the list on their seawatchhawaii.com website gives an impressive rundown. What is so wonderful about this is that you can settle in and begin your vacation immediately. If you shop for food, all you'll need to buy is the food itself, and not any expensive extras. This neighborhood is very quiet and only 25 minutes away from Hilo shopping but well removed from the crowds and bustle. We wanted a quiet, peaceful vacation experience, and we could not have been happier with our week in Paradise on Paradise Drive! We saw whales every day and loved having wine on the oceanfront lanai as the setting sun created rainbows over the water, and seeing the full moon rise over the horizon was magical. Seawatch is bordered by a vacant oceanfront lot on one side, and the quiet owner on the other. Very private, very quiet. The perfect getaway. We recommend Seawatch for its beauty, magical location, welcoming neighbors and close-by but unobtrusive hosts, and the wild nene that came everyday to knock on the window for a handout.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Fully equipped and well maintained home
Guest: Margaret & Ben
(Upland, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/06/09
Review Submitted: 12/03/09
My husband and I spent a week at Sea Watch in November 2009. It was highly recommended by friends who stayed there in 2007. The home is everything they reported and even more than advertised. The home is so well equipped you need only your clothes. It is very clean and well maintained. If you like to cook, the kitchen is fully equipped. For entertainment, there is cable, DVD's, CD's, and board games. There are travel/tour books to plan your outings. There are beach chairs, towels and coolers and even some snorkel masks and fins. And after a day of sightseeing, the lanai at Sea Watch was the best place to relax with a glass of wine and watch the ocean. This home is on a lovely residential street a bit away from the tourist crowd but close enough to Hilo and many attractions. If you want quiet relaxation, this is the place to be. And your innkeeper, Sam, is most gracious and helpful. The information she supplies is better than any hotel concierge. You will not be disappointed!
Recommended for:
A wonderful place - highly recommended!
Guest: RoseH
(Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire, UK)
Date of Stay: 10/19/09
Review Submitted: 11/30/09
Paul, my partner and I stayed at Sea Watch in October 2009. I was there for one week on my own while Paul was observing at one of the telescopes on Mauna Kea, and then we had a week there together. We enjoyed everything about Sea Watch and its location, and it was great to have the friendly and helpful owner, Sam, on hand to answer any queries. The house itself is fabulously stylish and airy, making the most of the light and the sea view. It is also very clean, well equipped, and with an attention to detail that included wonderful flower decorations in different rooms. Somehow it is both spacious AND cosy, which was important for me when I was on my own. The compact desk area was ideal for emailing and skyping, but not intrusive and the open kitchen layout was delightful. Whether sitting in the comfortable living area or relaxing outside on the front deck, we loved hearing the noise of the ocean and watching the spray rise up above the black volcanic rock. The location is absolutely ideal for Hilo and its wonderful farmers' market; exploring the Hamakua coast, its waterfalls and the fantastic tropical botanical gardens; snorkelling at Richardson Beach Park; and exploring the two live volcanoes of Mauna Loa and Kilauea - from seeing the orange glow of molten lava at night to hiking along well marked and fascinating crater trails. The only thing to bear in mind is that you are dependant on the car - no stores in walking distance. But not a problem as long as you are aware of this. And good restaurants a short drive away in Pahoa. We would definitely recommend Sea Watch!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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