Location: Kalapana, Puna District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (28 miles south of Hilo, 50 minutes from Volcano Natl Park)
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-3)
Only $85/nt or $575/wk on our romantic artist's cottage on the sunny Puna Peninsula south of Hilo! This destination is loaded with volcanic features -- from viewing the fireworks created by lava flowing into the ocean at sunset, to luxuriating in natural hot ponds and steam baths, snorkeling in lava rock tidepools, or diving into the waves to swim with dolphins or whale watch on a spectacular black sand beach.
This coastal cottage is close to all these attractions, yet offers a private retreat, surrounded by tropical greenery on all sides with no other houses in view. It's a comfortable one-bedroom, designed with artistic flair, fully tiled throughout the house as well as on the screened-in lanai.
Imagine sipping your favorite morning beverage on the lanai as the rising sun's orange light soothes you with warm Aloha. After a breakfast of organic papayas and bananas grown in the garden, you go less than a mile down the road to Kehena Beach where you may sunbathe on the fine, black sand or frolic with the resident pod of dolphins.
Pack Hawaiian treats and a picnic lunch from the popular farmer's market before making the short drive to Volcanoes National Park, the soothing hot pond at Ahalanui State Park where geothermal springs heat the waters to nearly 90 degrees, or to snorkel among a teeming rainbow of tropical fish in the tidepools of the Marine Conservation District.
In Hilo Town, enjoy the fine restaurants, entertainment, cultural events and shopping opportunities afforded by this 2nd largest city in the Hawaiian islands. Just north of Hilo, explore mystical rainforests to view magical waterfalls and the breathtaking Botanical Gardens.
Enjoy a massage by one of the many healers in Sea View or the neighboring Kalani cultural center, which also offers yoga, pilates, ecstatic dancing and other rejuvenating practices.
Dine at nearby Kalapana Village Cafe or Kalani's buffet restaurant, or in one of the variety of ethnic restaurants and health food bars in Pahoa Town, just 13 miles away. Or purchase fresh island fish in the Pahoa Fish Market and locally grown organic veggies at the Sea View Farmers Market and cook a tropical feast to eat on the comfortable screened-in lanai.
There is truly something for everyone here in our slice of Paradise -- come enjoy it with us. To care for this fragile ecosystem and our visitors, no pesticides, chemicals or smoking are permitted.
The Sea View cottage is called "Hale Haumea," for the Earth Mother, Hawaiian Goddess Haumea, who protects the new land created by her daughter Pele's lava. She is associated with fertility and creativity. This cottage was built by an artist as her retreat and studio and we hope that the beauty and awesome nature surrounding it inspires your creativity as well.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Special: $85/nt or $575/wk. Fees: $60 outcleaning fee for 2;
$75 for 3 guests. 12.42% HI tax. Security deposit of $100 required to hold
your reservation. Rental fee due 30 nts prior to arrival.
Thank you for choosing Hale Haumea for your vacation. Aloha!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Seaview Cottage in Kalapana - "Hale Haumea" - Hawaii Vacation Rental
- Large living area contains a full kitchen. - Hawaii Vacation Rental
- Kehena Beach is one mile south of the cottage. - Hawaii Vacation Rental
- Snorkel at nearby thermal hot ponds.
- See lava flow into the ocean 10 miles south of Kalapana.
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