Hale Kepani, an Elegant Japanese Style Home - Wheelchair Accessible
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
Hale Kepani, an elegant japanese-style home, designed throughout for wheelchair accessibility. Located a few blocks above Lyman House Museum. Just off Haili Street above Historic Downtown Hilo. Situated in a quiet residential area with lovely enclosed garden for children to play safely. Master bedroom has a private bath and two additional bedrooms with shared hall bath. Spacious lanais, den with home theater, library, formal dining room overlooking a peaceful interior Japanese rock garden.
Short walking and wheelchair distance of downtown with shops, farmer's market, grocery stores, museums, theaters, restaurants and YWCA with pool. Ten minute drive to airport and beach parks. Minutes away from the hospital and perfect for any temporary medical personnel and their families.
There is no meal preparation, kitchen is available for personal use. We have everything you will need. Smoking & pets permitted in outside areas and only with special agreement/deposits.
Keywords: House Hilo Vacation Rental
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, Beds for 10-12
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Other (See Description)
Bathrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo
- DVD Player
Communications
- Wireless Internet
- Computer Available
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Location & View
Activities
- Churches
- Medical Services
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Equestrian Events
- Pier Fishing
- Roller Blading
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Snorkeling
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Spelunking
- Cycling
- Hunting
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Water Skiing
- Golf
- Snowboarding
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Basketball Court
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Wind-Surfing
- Swimming
- Massage Therapist
- Hospital
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Library
- Playground
- Botanical Garden
- Live Theater
- Recreation Center
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Zoo
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Scenic Drives
- Kayaking
- Eco Tourism
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Sight Seeing
- Sledding
- Boating
- Antiquing
- Shopping
- Fitness Center
- Laundromat
- Luaus
- Tennis
Other Activities
Reviews
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Two months of comfort and convenience
Two months of comfort and convenience
- Guest TX mathematician
- Date of stay 06/07/12
- Review Submitted 09/08/12
I hesitate to call this a rental property.... it was my comfortable home for two months. All amenities that would be expected when staying at a close relative's home were waiting for me when I arrived: coffee, wine, snacks, a semi-stocked refrigerator. Even farm-fresh eggs! Some details for perspective: I stayed here for 9 weeks while working at the university (less than 10 minutes away on bike). I was alone about half of the time, with my wife and two daughters (12- and 1-year old) here for 4 weeks in the middle of my stay. For 10 of the days that my wife was here, my parents also stayed in the house. So anywhere from 1 to 6 slept in the house, and we were never uncomfortable. There were very few complaints from any of my picky family (see below). Knowing the owners live nearby at first made me worried about a possible lack of privacy. But we were not only left alone to ourselves the entire trip, it was very convenient having them nearby. The propane tank on the grill ran out one evening while cooking, and it was promptly replaced. The beautiful yard was maintained regularly. The more I type, the more I realize how well we were taken care of.... Speaking of the yard: three giant blooming plumeria trees with (wild?) orchids growing in the branches. One has a lilikoi vine growing in it, with passion fruit flowers blooming constantly. There is a lanai on what seems like every side of the house, so shade/sun is available at any time of day. Downtown Hilo is a 5-minute walk away. Two movie theaters, several restaurants & bars, some churches if you're into that sort of thing, two grocery stores, the Hilo farmers' market.... all within 10 minutes' walk. It really couldn't be more convenient. A few tiny complaints from my family, just to show that this is an honest review. The mattresses weren't the most comfortable we've slept on. If we were here for a week, this wouldn't have been a problem. But 9 weeks on them, and my back was starting to hurt again. The house is shaped in a "u-shape", with a lanai in the center. Of course there is no air-conditioning, so in the evenings after a hot summer day, the doors and windows were left open. So sitting in the living room or standing in kitchen means a direct look across the lanai into the master bedroom. I didn't care about this, but my wife felt as if she had no privacy when her in-laws were there. That's really the only non-perfect thing about this place. I really can't wait to return....Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway.
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- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 06/06/07
- Review Submitted 06/06/07
We have rented this home for extended periods (3-4 months) for 5 consecutive winters. Needless to say we have been extremely happy here. The home is very comfortable with all the conveniences. Although it is totally handicapped accessible, it is also ideal for those of us who love to walk. It is within easy walking distance to downtown which provides many fine restaurants, theatres and a terrific farmers market, yet it is located on a quiet dead end single family residential area. The home is very spacious, with large bright rooms with direct access to lanais. The kitchen and laundry room are large and well equiped. The yard is large and well landscaped with tangerines in season. The owners, who live accross the street, are friendly and helpful.Owner response: This lovely couple have continued to be our guests up to this past May and we are expecting them once again through April of 2012. This will be eleven seasons together and with hopefully many more. We look forward to meeting others that will appreciate the convenience of a short stroll down the hill into historic Old Towne Hilo. Although, we are not located in the rainforest, and do not have a spa or pool, our home and neighborhood is on peaceful cul de sac as mentioned. We are spared an over abundance of noisy cogui frogs that inhabit the outer regions of the island. Our YWCA has a salt water pool for laps aa well as playtime with the children. They also provide a smaller pool for Physical Therapy purposes. The home is ideal for both retirees and families.
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Rates
Rates* vary according to season,# of occupants & length of stay. Cash only. $150-$250/night,dble, 3 night to Weekly* preferred. $1500/. $3000/month. Specials 13.5% Tax, State & services,reservation deposit due in 5 days from booking Specials on family reunions. Longer terms available Up to 50% security deposit, refundable with 30 day notice of cancellation. Cash balance due upon arrival. Personal ck acceptable only on advanced deposit. *Complimentary night on weekly stays/7 nights.Non-negotiable cleaning fee $125. Payable in cash, traveler or cashier checks, postal money order.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Location
- Nearest Airport: Hilo International at 5 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: 19 at 0.5 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Bayfront at 0.5 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Numerous choices a short walk downtown at 0.2 Miles
- Nearest Ski: Mauna Kea at 25 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Downtown on the way to Coconut Island at 2 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1992
About the owner: Returned to live in Hilo in 1984 after mainland educations, raising three children who were able to walk 2 blocks to neighborhood schools from our home.
Why the Owner Chose Hilo:
This home built in 1962, is near original family home was purchased for ohana who decided to relocate from the mainland.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
The location of our homes enabled us to enjoy small town living with everything conveniently available to us. Minimal driving allows us to save on time and gasoline.
Contact us
- Primary: 808 937-0809
- Secondary: 808 935-0520
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