Romantic One Bedroom Tropical Hideaway, Halawa House

Halaula, HI, USA

About the property

Cottage728 sqft
Bedrooms1
Sleeps2

Bathrooms1
Half Baths0
Minimum Stay3 nights

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2)

That's pronounced "Ha-La-Va". The letter "W" in Hawaiian is pronounced like the "V" in English. It means to hold and to carry. It's the Hawaiian name for the small valley where the cottage is situated.

This beautiful little cottage was custom built by the owners for the express purpose of sharing it with visitors from around the world. The setting is magical. With a Large screened lanai overlooking a flowing stream and tropical gardens, you'll never want to leave its peaceful environment. The fully equipped kitchen comes with everything you'll need for your culinary specialties. From the comfortable queen-sized bed you can step directly out onto the spacious, very private, open sun deck. There you'll find a romantic soaking tub for two, an outdoor shower and comfortable chairs to enjoy your morning coffee or tea.

You'll love the seclusion, but this doesn't mean you'll be isolated. The cottage is a quick 5 minute drive away from the small, but charming, towns of Kapaau and Hawi. These two towns are reminiscent of Old Hawaii and filled with lovely galleries, restaurants, a coffee shop in each and hospitable folks.

Travel three miles to the east of the cottage and you'll come literally to the end of the road. Here you'll encounter approximately 10 miles of deeply cut lush valleys that were once the breadbasket of the island and home to tens of thousands of Hawaiians. They're unpopulated now, and yours to explore. The first valley, Pololu, is a 15-20 minute hike down from the end of the highway to a spectacular rock-strewn black sand beach. Traveling west from the cottage, a 25-30 minute drive puts you at some of the finest, world class beaches of the South Kohala Coast.

The cottage has beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkels, masks and fins for your use. The immediate area has a variety of fun filled activities to enjoy. There are Eco-Adventure tours of the scenic valleys via zip-line or kayaks. Or if you prefer there's also all-terrain vehicle tours. A little farther away there are helicopter tours, horseback riding, golf, etc. We have it all!

The owners live just a mile and a half away and are ready to help make your stay perfect.

Keywords: Cottage

Owner

David and Susan

Member Since 2007

Premier Partner

This VRBO partner has demonstrated and is committed to fast response times, the best rates, and a great guest experience.

Response rate:
100%

Response time:
within two days

Speaks:
english

Calendar last updated:
Apr 21, 2018

About David and Susan

Builder and artist, world travelers, long-time residents of North Kohala. Now that we're semi-retired this cottage we've built brings world travelers to us. We've met some wonderful folks over the years.

David and Susan purchased this Cottage in 2003

What makes this Cottage unique

This valley is unique in so many ways. It's a small intimate environment with a plethora of birds, lush tropical vegetation and a constantly flowing stream. The calmness of the surroundings melts away stress and makes a visitor not want to leave.

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Amenities

Internet
Washer & Dryer
No Smoking

Bedrooms

1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2

There is a comfortable Queen size bed.

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

Bathroom 1
toilet, shower, outdoor shower, Vanity sink

There is a two person soaking tub outside on the back deck.

Location Type

Village
Close to both Hawi and Kapaau

Theme

Away From It All
Romantic

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Fitness Room / Equipment
Kamehameha Park has a small gym with machines similar to 'Curves' equipment. Also stationary bikes.
Hair Dryer
Iron & Board
Linens Provided
All sheets, blankets and pillows.
Parking Off Street
Telephone
Phone available, no long distance, local calls only.
Towels Provided
All towels as well as separate beach towels
Washing Machine
Washing machine and lines provided for solar drying.
Wireless Internet
Wireless internet

Kitchen

Coffee Maker
Coffee, tea and sweeteners available
Cooking Utensils
Dishes & Utensils
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Pantry Items
Some basic condiments and spices available.
Refrigerator
Full size fridge
Stove
Toaster

Dining

Dining
Located on the screened lanai.
Dining Area
comfy seating for 4 people

Entertainment

Books
CD Player
DVD Player
Games
Music Library
Stereo
Video Library

Outside

Bicycles
Affordable bicycle rentals available at 'Bike Works' located at the Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa.
Deck / Patio
There is a soaking tub (no jets) and an outdoor shower located on the back deck.
Golf
There is a six hole golf course located in Kamehameha park as well as full size golf courses at the various resorts along the Kohala Coast.
Lanai / Gazebo
Large screened lanai with a comfortable couch, cozy chair and dining area.
Outdoor Grill
There is a small Weber charcoal grill available on request.
Water Sports Gear
There is a beach locker behind the cottage with masks, fins and snorkels for your use.

Suitability

not suitable for children
wheelchair inaccessible

Pool / Spa

Communal Pool
Kamehameha Park has a large community pool which is free of charge. Check schedule for open hours.

Attractions

botanical garden
churches
festivals
health/beauty spa
library
recreation center
restaurants
ruins

Leisure Activities

beachcombing
eco tourism
horseback riding
photography
scenic drives
shopping
sight seeing
walking
whale watching

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank
fitness center
groceries
hospital
massage therapist
medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities

scuba diving or snorkeling
cycling
golf
hiking
kayaking
sailing
fishing
snorkeling
snorkeling/diving
surfing
swimming
tennis

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.

47 Reviews

Exceptional5/5

Latest reviews

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Gem in the Jungle

5/5

Stayed Mar 2018

Denny J.

My wife and I spent Spring Break with the grandkids in Kona and, after dropping them off at the airport (with their parents), made a beeline to Halawa House for five days of alone time. As the subject says, what a gem in the jungle. David, your craftsmanship is superb. I would have wasted thousands trying to make those compound cuts on the beams. The setting is so serene, you might want to laze the day away. But, don't stick around the house too much. There's so much to explore. Hike the Pololu Trail and Awini Trail (for some distance). Also, Kamehameha Park is close and offers so much. I've never played golf and tennis within 15 minutes of each other. The newly restored 9 hole Kohala Golf Park community golf course is nothing but a wonderful walk in the Kamehameha Park. Plus, if you like exploring, you won't want to miss Kauhola Point, site of the old lighthouse. The shoreline is spectacular, and the whales weren't so bad either. Afterwards, get cleaned up in the outdoor shower and explore the shops, galleries, and restaurants of Kapaa'u and Hawi. We obviously had a wonderful time. Thank you David and Susan for your hospitality and for providing every detail. We will be back.....denny & cynde

Very Nice Hideaway

5/5

Stayed Feb 2018

Wakefield House-

My wife and I just had a wonderful stay at David's wonderful home. We especially enjoyed the enclosed Lanai. I could draw every morning without waking my wife and in the evening she could relax on the couch while I drew some more. We were off to the beaches or hikes for most of the day. We look forward to returning next year and escaping the Oregon Coast Rains.

Private location with beautiful foliage

5/5

Stayed Jan 2018

Bonita T.Elysburg, PA

We loved the location of this beautiful hide-away house. The space was large, the bed was comfortable, all kitchen appliances full size, the lani was so peaceful, plenty of towels and hot water. The outdoor shower was the best with lots of water pressure. We loved all the foliage around and the creek below hearing a bull frog and birds. It was a short drive to Pololu Valley (great hike early in the morning) and about 1/2 hour to beautiful beaches. This place is a hidden gem!

Perfect Hawaii relaxed getaway!

5/5

Stayed Jan 2018

Grant C.

Great host, great location, great set up. Its not the Fairmont but that's not why you are booking here! If you want to harvest fruit out your back door and have breakfast after a great morning hot tub (or save for after a day of hiking the Pololu Valley!).

Wonderful stay

5/5

Stayed Dec 2017

Lydie M.

Thank for the use of this wonderful gorgeous fabulous place. We would come back in a heartbeat. Everything was spot on (well, we'd love it if there were some glass wine glasses) and the site is magical. Between the bird songs in the morning and the fruit trees surrounding the property, pretty hard to beat this little slice of heaven.

Thanks for letting us enjoy it!

Owner's Response:

So glad you enjoyed your stay. We’d love to have you back any time. As for glass wine glasses, we’ve tried them many times but with concrete floors and countertops and a granite tabletop, they don’t last long. Then we deal with tiny slivers of glass that turn up in bare feet long after the glass is gone. I feel your pain....I hate plastic glasses too. Is there a better solution?

A great place in north Hawai‘i

5/5

Stayed Nov 2017

Charles S.

This is a very special place in the rain forest of north Hawai‘i! David & Susan are gracious hosts and their place is roomy and very comfortable. We enjoyed sitting and looking at the beautiful gardens and fruit trees that surround this home. Of course this is the rainy side of Hawaii so expect rain most nights, which makes this side so lush and beautiful! Be aware of the fact that because you are in a rain forest, you must take care to clean up and store your food, if not the ants will have a heyday. All in all this was a special place and we are thankful for the opportunity to stay here!

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Location

Halaula, HI, USA

Although we're officially in the Kappau district, we're also very close to the adjacent town of Hawi.

Rates & Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning Fee

$75

Tax Rate

14.42%

$125avg/night

47 Reviews

Exceptional 5/5

Premier Partner

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Property # 158987

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