Location: Pepeekeo, Hilo District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (10 miles North of Hilo; 10 minutes from Akaka Falls)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Private Home
Enjoy spectacular, 180-degree, ocean views from every room of this beautifully remodeled, plantation-style home. Extensive use of Shoji screens and a traditional Furo tub in the master bath highlight this retreat-like home set on three lush acres. A traditional zendo (Buddhist meditation area) adds to the serenity of the atmosphere.
The house is surrounded by park-like landscaping with almost an acre of manicured lawns dotted with tropical fruit trees, coconut and banana palms in almost continuous production, and gorgeous orchids and plumeria. Hillside location and surrounding acreage grant a high degree of privacy and the electric-gated entry assures security.
The private backyard swimming pool and covered lanai make this an excellent choice for families. The modern, extremely well-supplied kitchen is a chef's delight. All amenities including seasonings and basic staples are there for your use. You will enjoy breakfasts on the screened lanai caressed by the gentle tradewinds. From the breakfast table you can actually see the plumes of migrating humpback whales just offshore.
The Hamakua coast offers unparalleled outdoor activities including nearby Akaka Falls, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens, and beautiful hiking trails. Four-Mile Scenic drive is just a few blocks away, along with beautiful Onomea Bay. We are located minutes from Honoli'i, one of the Big Island's best surfing spots. The area is laced with streams, waterfalls, and swimming holes, all against a backdrop of lush tropical vegetation.
Located just one mile from the dramatic sea cliffs of Pepeekeo Point, the house is ideally located for exploration of the Big Island. Volcanoes National Park is only 45 minutes away, as is Waimea to the north. Kailua-Kona is a 90-minute drive. The windward side's best swimming beaches are a short drive.
Hilo offers its unique blend of Old-Hawaii charm and modern conveniences, shopping, and restaurants. The Farmers Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays should not be missed! A tremendous variety of handicrafts from all over the islands are available at some of the best prices to be found. Local produce in all its wonderful variety abounds. The Lyman Museum and the Tsunami Museum are also well worth a visit.
Please note that this property is also listed at vrbo/14820; more photos are posted there.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Whale Watching, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$150/night; $945/week (1-6 guests)
Weekly rate 10% off day rate. Additional days calculated at discount rate.
4-night minimum stay. 11.25% TAT and excise tax
Cleaning fee $85. $200 reservation deposit; refunded in full if no damages.
Call for Merrie Monarch, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years rates
This property listed with more photos at VRBO.com/14820
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Panoramic blue water ocean views from yard and house - Pepeekeo, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental Home
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- Choose a morning swim in the pool or the nearby warm Pacific - Pepeekeo, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental Home
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- Enjoy beautiful sunrises over the Pacific from any of the bedrooms - Pepeekeo, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental Home
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- Enjoy the view and the gentle tradewinds on the screened lanai.
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- The bright, airy, spacious dining room is a perfect place to gather.
Traveler Reviews (25)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Nicolette, Mason, and Elisa
(San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06
Review Submitted: 09/19/06
We had a lovely visit, the house was a comfortable base of operations for our explorations of the east side of the island. It was cooler than being in the city or on the Kona side by far. Akaka falls is a wonderful nearby treat.
Recommended for:
Very Good Value
Guest: Tom
(Calistoga CA)
Date of Stay: 01/07/12
Review Submitted: 01/29/12
This is a very well located property with long views of the ocean. Clean and confortable with an attractive ambiance, including Japanese style shoji screens and windows. A private one acre property with a fabulous avacado tree among the many fruit trees,. The lower level bedroom (#3) is the least comfortable of the various spaces in the home...best described as a basement room. The listing description was accurate but the pictures do not do justice to the open and comfortable space. An excellent kitchen that is well supplied. The technology (TV/music) was adequate but could be improved: Good points are an iPod dock and housewide wi-fi. Areas for improvement would be an upgrade to flat screens and more than basic cable. Once again, a very good value and recommended as such.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Guest: Barbara
(-)
Date of Stay: 05/18/11
Review Submitted: 09/04/11
Your beautiful home offered us a view of the "real" Hawaii. The setting was just perfect with the plush grounds, comfortable furnishings and incredible view. What a wonderful place to meet our 3 sons- one from Alaska, one from the Marshall Islands. It was fabulous!
Recommended for:
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Guest: Sara
(-)
Date of Stay: 07/22/10
Review Submitted: 09/04/11
We enjoyed our stay in your beautiful, scenic home. We would love to come back. My brother did a great job when he found us this place to stay. Much aloha!
Recommended for:
guest (age 10)
Guest: Maka'ala
(-)
Date of Stay: 03/04/10
Review Submitted: 09/04/11
We are enjoying our wonderful stay at your home. The pool is fun and the yard is beautiful! My family is having lots of fun but its too bad we are leaving tomorrow. We are hoping to stay here again soon. Thanks for a wonderful stay. me, Maka'ala
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Guest: Geffen
(-)
Date of Stay: 01/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/04/11
There is a scent here when you drive back here from Hilo that is absolutely magical and intoxicating at night. Coming home here with a tasty beverage to enjoy on the screened lanai we have been seranaded the chorus of tiny frogs in the night. I think we have spent about 80% of our time on this lanai. Sunrise breaks on the morning clouds in mysterious and wonderfully soft tones- I think we've chosen a vacation in heaven! This is a lovely place. Thank you.
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Guest: Amy
(-)
Date of Stay: 01/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/04/11
Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us. We have come to the Big Island to celebrate many things. First of all, this is our honeymoon and we are here with Larry's parents as they are celebrating 60 years of marriage. We are also celebrating Christmas and the end of another year. The pool has been wonderful as has been the patio and screened lanai. The view is spectacular with the full moon over the ocean. Dining here has been so relaxing.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Noel & Donna Outtrim
(Gerogery West, Australia)
Date of Stay: 11/01/05
Review Submitted: 11/11/05
We enjoyed enormously our relaxing stay at this home that had every facilty we desired. The children loved the pool. The location is just far enough out of town and we prefer the less touristy part of Hawaii to the resorts any day.
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