Location: Kaimu, Puna District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (35 min to Hilo, Kaimu is unspoiled with active lava viewing) View Map
Accommodations: Vacation Rental Home, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Want a Hawaiian vacation? One where you stay in a comfortable home across the street from a Black Sand Beach? Where the view sometimes includes a volcanic eruption?
In late 1990, the ongoing eruption of Kilauea's Kupaianaha vent covered the famous Black Sand Beach at Kaimu Bay. At the same time a new beach was created a short distance away. From Kaimu, if lava is flowing into the ocean, you may see a plume of steam rising high in the air as the Big Island grows bigger still. At night you may view lava descend the mountain.
#1 Kaimu Bay is both comfortable and quaint. Our home was built with love. The windows have rippled glass from a century ago, saved from a cabin on the Kona Coast. The 2004 remodel placed tile throughout. Granite counter tops, cherry cabinets and a koa wall give our home a simple elegance. The screened deck opens to the living area, allowing the trade wind breezes throughout the home.
Kaimu is an environment of contrast. Black lava, clean air, blue ocean, and green foliage are host to mango, papaya, coconut, banana, pineapple, lychee, ulu (breadfruit) and hibiscus. While the home has satellite TV and VCR, you are likely to spend most of your time outside.
The area has many parks. Pahoa is a ten-minute drive and has several places to eat. If you feel like the movies, a museum, or the Panaewa Rain Forest Zoo, Hilo (the island's largest town) is 35 minutes away. Your only neighbors, the Peleiholani's, manage the property and can make suggestions about activities that will make your visit all you want it to be.
Contact Information:
Please contact us by email. You will receive the rental application, directions, comments from previous guests for your review, and links to Big Island activities, including the latest volcano report. If you wish to visit by phone, please call or you may fax, toll free, the number provided below.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Pool for the children or fill from the hot water heater for a warm evening soak. Natural volcano heated sauna nearby.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- While the eruption empties into the sea, you have the opportunity to see an active lava flow up close and personal. It is also possible to walk the coast and see whale and monk seal. The Hawaiian crow may also visit.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
3 bdrm 2 bath: $149/night (3 night min) .. $999/week all inclusive
Less than one week - Add $50 Cleaning Fee.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
1 Kaimu Bay - Black Sand Beach and Active Volcano
Year Purchased: 1979
Why the Owner Chose Kaimu
We built a home in a place we love. Years later I learned my youngest son is related to our neighbors. Kaimu has aloha and we share that aloha with you.
The Unique Benefits at this Vacation Rental Home
A true taste of Hawaii.
Owner's Map of Kaimu
Alan and children and more of our Ohana, at the beach for family reunion in 2009.
Property Photos
- #1 Kaimu Bay - Hilo/Kaimu, Puna, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Real Estate - Better than a Hotel!
- Kaimu Beach, looking west - Hilo/Kaimu, Puna, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Real Estate - Better than a Hotel!
- Deck and living room - Hilo/Kaimu, Puna, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Real Estate - Better than a Hotel!
- Kaimu Kitchen
- Deck entry
- Outside shower!
- Kaimu from the air
- Family at the beach, 4 generations
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #8281
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