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Back Lanai

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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 21600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Papaikou, HI
  • Place, Onomea Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View

This unique home is nestled in quiet one block neighborhood with an ocean view from the back lanai (porch). Being just eight short miles north from Historic Hilo you get the convenience of being close to town and still having your privacy.
Also not far away is Akaka Falls and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Shop in historic Hilo Town and get fresh produce at the Farmers Market. Rainbow Falls and Boiling Pots are just a heartbeat away. Coconut Island is awesome for dipping in the ocean and maybe catching a glimpse of sea turtles.
This fully furnished home has one bedroom and two full baths. This retreat comes with a lanai, big screen TV, fully equipped kitchen, blender, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, washer, dryer, and a gated entrance. PLEASE note there is an electric fence around the property. Do not touch.

This property is listed as a vacation home. Monthly rates are not available.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Sea view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Property is available to rent for 10 consecutive days. No long term rental or discounts given.
No entertaining of any sort. No overnight guest.
Do not rearrange furniture or take any inside furniture outside including the Lanai.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number GE-165-757-4400-01, TA-165-757-4400-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Papaikou

Papaikou is home to this holiday home. Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and Wailuku River State Park. Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and Onomea Tea Company Estate are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Papaikou, HI

What's nearby

  • Onomea Bay - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Onomea Tea Company Estate - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Port of Hilo - 15 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ka Lihikai - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Town Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Booch Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View on 17 Apr 2026 start from £171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Home with Beautiful Ocean View located?

Situated in Papaikou, this holiday home is steps away from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Onomea Bay and Onomea Tea Company Estate are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations were comfortable and clean. The view off the porch is beautiful. The area is very quiet and peaceful. Just a short drive to a variety of amazing experiences. Owners were quick to respond and very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Braden B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Nice quiet place close to Hilo
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don't do it justice. It was a truly magical spot for the price. The host was very accommodating and the location was very private. I was there for a whole month for work and every day I looked forward to a margarita with an ocean view.
Stayed 27 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view and great accommodations

It was a very nice place to stay, quiet and gad amazing views. I would stay here again if I'm back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Merrie Monarch Festival exhilarating

The location was awesome, not far from Hilo town or the Merrie Monarch Festivities that was happening all week. The vacation home location quiet, spacious & relaxing. Having a place like this really made the festival enjoyable knowing after all the party noises in town, we can come home to peace quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Paradise

Ocean view, tropical setting. Peaceful, yet convenient to Hilo, Volcano and numerous points of interest along the coast or inland. We especially loved drinking coffee or a cold beverage on the lanai listening to birdsongs and ending our days in the very comfortable bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, unique home next to a gorgeous jungle gulch and close to the botanical gardens.

We enjoyed it and would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful spot!

I was looking for a quiet place to destress and this was absolutely perfect! The space was comfortable and had a lanai with a peaceful view of the water. The property is above a beautiful botanical garden which provided a symphony of music from the bird song by day and frogs at night. Gorgeous sunrises and an easy drive into Hilo and great proximity to many beautiful areas along the Hamakua coast.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique but Nice

Quiet, Peaceful and Relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect accommodation for us during our stay on the east coast. Communications with our hosts were prompt and informative and we loved the unusual nature of this property, which was really well designed. A big tick for cleanliness and thoughtful inclusions like Kona coffee and beach gear.PROPERTY: Loved the secluded, private and peaceful nature of the setting. Was impressed with the space of the holiday home, which allowed us to spread out over the 3 nights of our stay (wish it had been longer). The bed was big and super comfortable, the bathroom was gorgeous, with high end finishes, lovely soft towels and good water pressure. The kitchen had everything we needed, a washing machine and dryer to catch up on some laundry. Spent every afternoon on the back lanai with a cold beverage, enjoying the ocean breeze and view.LOCATION: It was the perfect distance between the things we wanted to do - 15 minutes drive into Hilo and less than 15 minutes to things like Akaka Falls, Umauma Zipline, and the Botanical Gardens and Onomea Trails were super close. I highly recommend this property, and if we are fortunate enough to return to Hawai'i, this is where we will stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway

Perfect place to sit and relax for several days.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

William E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Oasis

What a special place, quiet, private, and surrounded by flora of countless varieties. Sitting on the lanai you can watch the sun rise and watch the whales, all at the same time, perfect! The neighbor hood is very private and quiet. Hilo is just a short easy drive down the road and the botanical gardens an easy walk. If you're staying on the Hilo side of the island, this rental can't be beat! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place to stay in paradise

View the ocean from the back deck is absolutely gorgeous, take a walk out back and look down on the most beautiful place on earth. The botanical gardens are in your backyard and the Flora is absolutely breathtaking. The only 6 miles from the town of Hilo, but a world away from everything else a wonderful place to heal. Would definitely come back in the future to stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite, peaceful & relaxing

It was a nice 👍🙂 stay for 7 days. Still close to Hilo yet still rural. The pipe water delicious 😋 the location tropical.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

ron h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo getaway

We stayed for 4 days in Jan. 2025. The space is big, terrific views and location. It was very clean, and comfortable.We cooked a couple of meals in the kitchen, lots of utensils, not much for spices available. Hilo is 10 minute drive, a great day trip to shop and explore. We alos went to the Volcano, and the World Tropical Garden, both worth the cost and effort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in the Hilo area

This was a truly amazing place to stay. The bed/bath inside was very nicely designed. The location was perfect. Near total quiet (there were some birds singing outside). Easy access to the highway, and just a few mile drive to Hilo. It was a great place to relax after a day of sightseeing. We would definitely like to stay again if/when visiting the Hilo area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria and Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and nicely furnished place

We had a great stay in Hilo. The unit is about 10 minutes outside of Hilo with easy access to downtown and the other attractions. Fully equipped kitchen with washer/dryer. Beautifully furnished. Beautiful grounds nestled above an amazing botanical garden. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible nature!

A unique structure with a great master bedroom and lanai. Pigs, geckos, mosquitos, and dogs greeted us. A quiet reserve.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

My wife and I along with our 5 year old daughter stayed here for 1 week while we explored the island. This was an excellent location. We felt secluded like we were the only ones on the island. We had an amazing view off the back lanai of the botanical gardens and the ocean in the background. Made friends with the geckos while drinking our morning coffee on the back. I highly recommend this home as we will definitely be back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

This was the second time I stayed there. Loved it both times. Would like to do something similar with my home in Eden Roc. The neighborhood is quiet, green, and beautiful. Easy to fall asleep to the music of the rain and the coquis.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter getaway

Really enjoyed our stay. The view from the lanai was wonderful. Sunrises were awesome. Joel and Lorna were very responsive to our needs. Aldene is the best caretaker ever. She went above and beyond. Proximity to Hilo was perfect. We would stay here again.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No motel 6

We stayed for 8 days and would stay again. The frogs and the solitude fit us. Beautiful ocean view from the large back porch.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Scenic

We loved our 2 week stay in this unique home. The planning and structure of the building on the beautiful lot was remarkable. The breezes and the views of the ocean and the mountains made the lanai an oasis in itself. It was also a nice location to be near the highway and close to Hilo. The caretakers shared their aloha spirit to make our stay and travels even more wonderful.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

This was the best vacation stay I have experienced. The ocean says hello every morning, the wild life performs songs and theatrical movements. It was like watching a movie but you are in it. The caretakers are wonderful and friendly. I can’t wait to return next season
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We enjoyed our stay at this unique VRBO. We were excited to see the quonset hut converted and we were amazed it was done so well! The place was super clean. I enjoyed cooking with the high quality kitchenware. The deck was awesome being off the big bedroom on the first level - we spent a lot of time out there. We had our breakfast on the deck each morning to watch the beautiful sunrises. It was quiet and relaxing. Bed was comfortable, showers were great - an added bonus to have two bathrooms. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lorna Groth

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I was born and raised on the Big Island and met my husband while he was building the Mauna Kea Cal Tech Observatory. When his job came to an end we moved to the Mainland. Although, this home will always have a special place in our hearts.

Why they chose this property

We love this property because it feels private and yet it is still close to Hilo Town. It's just a short ride away to the farmers market, shopping, golfing, and beaches. We love to sit out on the lanai and look out over Hilo Bay and watch the cruise ships come and go. It truly is our little peace of paradise.

What makes this property unique

Just one look and you can tell that the house itself is a unique benefit. It is so peaceful to sit on the lanai and listen to the wind blow through the palm trees while looking out over the ocean. You can also see Onamea Bay off to the right. You can even hear the whales thumping their tails when they come in the winter and early spring.

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