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Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach

Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach

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Lilikoi house shown on left with Richardson's Beach park across the small street
2,200 sq. ft. house with classical features yet updated to a modern house.
Panoramic picture 1/2.  View from Living Room
Panoramic picture 2/2.  View from Living Room
Ocean view living area. High Speed Cable Internet

Overview of Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Hilo, HI
  • Popular LocationRichardson's Ocean Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarlsmith Beach Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo9 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Alcove

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible Bed

2 Double Futons

Downstairs #1

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Downstairs #2

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Full 1

Toilet · Shower only

Full 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Full 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach

Welcome to “Lilikoi” HILO VACATION RENTAL HOME:

Overview:
Stay on the water close to Hilo without staying downtown. Stay in a well landscaped home that is maintained to avoid mosquitos. Enjoy half an acre across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. One of the 7 stops of the Hop-on Hop-off bus tours. Enjoy the best snorkeling in east Big Island at your doorstep. Take out the kayak or learn to stand-up paddle board. Two kayaks, stand up paddle board, surf board, boogie boards, 2 bikes and snorkel equipment provided free.
NEED MORE SPACE?: Contact me about larger homes on each side of this house and two additional homes just 5 doors away.
For a list of Hilo activities, visit my hilovacationhomes site.
STVR: 19-359757, NUC: 19-1316.

Vacation Rental Highlights:
• Large, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and fold out on main level upstairs
• Lower level with 2 large bedrooms and full bathroom. Outside access only.
• 3.5 miles from Downtown Hilo, on south Hilo bay, 5 miles from Hilo Airport
• East Hawaii’s best snorkeling across the street at Richardson’s Beach Park.
• Free Kayak, paddle board, bikes, boogie boards, snorkel equipment, booties.
• Full ocean views, outside seating, fruit trees, parking.


Description:
• Why settle for a house away from the water? This house is right across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. Home of the best snorkeling in East Big Island. One of the 7 stops of the Hop-on Hop-off tours. Hilo offers few places to enjoy the ocean. These special places are always beach parks.
• One of the nicest Hilo vacation rental homes in the area built to very high standards.
• House includes free use of Kayak, bikes, stand up paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel gear.
• House is completely stocked. Everything you need for cooking, plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, hair dryers. Ironing board/Iron, playpen, highchair and Cable Wifi.

Rooms:
• Living Room – Large couch and love seat with direct ocean views. Flat screen T.V. with Roku with Netflix, Sling and Youtube TV for a huge selection of viewing options. Books and games for family fun. Cable Wifi.
• Kitchen – Everything you need. Coffee maker, blender, toaster, rice cooker, pots/pans. Lots of cooking tools. Large oven/range. View of Richardson’s Beach Park from kitchen window.
• Master Bedroom – Same level as main house with great ocean views. Private bathroom. Night stands, dresser, ceiling fan and floor fan.
• Bedrooms #2: On the same level as master bedroom, living room and kitchen. Equipped with king bed, night stand, ceiling fan. The bathroom is across the hall. All homes have play pens.
• Master Bathroom: Dedicated to master bedroom. Large double headed shower with great garden views. Bright and modern. Bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths, hair dryer, shampoo and soap provided.
• Main Bathroom: Large bathroom with bathtub/shower combination. Shampoo, soaps and paper goods, towels, hair dryer provided.
• Lower Bedroom #1. Queen bed plus twin bed, dresser, night stand, ceiling fan and floor fan.
• Lower Bedroom #2. Two twin beds, dresser, night stand, ceiling fan and floor fan, TV.
Activities:
There is more to do in and around Hilo than any town on any of the Islands. It just isn’t well advertised because there aren’t resorts to promote the area.
• Waterfalls - Boiling Pots, Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Waipi’o Valley. Visit my hilovacationhomes site for directions to "Secret Narnia Falls."
• Gardens – Hawaiian Botanical Gardens, Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens, Nani Mau Gardens, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens.
• Museums – Lyman’s historical and geological museum and The Tsunami museum. Both in downtown Hilo.
• Beach Parks – Richardson’s Beach Park, Onekahakaha Beach Park (the calmest), Carlsmith Beach Park, Reed’s Bay, Lehia Park. Punalu’u Beach Park and Whittington Park.
• Volcanic sights: Volcano National Park, Thurston lava tube, Kaumana Caves State Park, Pahoa transfer station, Leilanai Estates for 2019 flows and Kalapana for 1980s.
• Markets and shops: Hilo Farmer’s Market, Maku’u Farmer’s Market, Hilo Coffee Mill, Ka’u Coffee Mill, Volcano Winery and Mehana Brewery, Hilo Candy Company, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut and Punalu’u Bake Shop
• Other – Hilo Zoo, Palace Theatre

According to Hawaii Vacation Rental ordinances, all vacation renters agree to the following if this property is booked:
1. Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM during which time the noise from the short term vacation rental shall not unreasonable disturb adjacent neighbors.
2. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
3. Guest vehicles shall be parked within the designated onsite parking area.
4. Failure to comply with the Good Neighbor policy states above will be construed to be a violation.
5. No commercial events shall take place at the property.

Property manager

Richard Standke
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Hilo

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Keaukaha, a neighborhood in Hilo. Palace Theater and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Pacific Tsunami Museum. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 4 min walk
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 16 min walk
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 13 min drive
  • Verna's III Drive Inn - 10 min drive
  • Hula Hula's - 11 min drive
  • Ken's House Of Pancakes - 10 min drive
  • Don's Grill - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Keaukaha vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Port of Hilo and Onekahakaha Beach Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hiiaka K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebration of Life for my Dad Nelson
We decided to rent a beach house to house a few family members who flew over from Catalina Island to come to my Dad's Celebration of Life! Both my Aunt and Uncle from Catalina Island are 87 and 90 Years old. The house was very comfortable and easily accessible with a cane. Although we did experience some rainfall having the rocks embedded in the entrance floor and stairs made it easy for them to go up and down the stairs. My mother and I took advantage of the Kayaks and stand up paddle board one afternoon and it was so nice to be right there across from the beach! Mahalo and will recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
The home was well stocked and in an amazing location. Communication with the owner was easy and timely. We had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views
Convenient location and walk to the beach, we watched surfers from the front window. Spacious, we had 8 adults and the rooms were comfortable. The house has lots of character… it was everything we needed and more! Beautiful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fun
loved the place and location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Sargent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice, but not what expected
My filters had for an air-conditioned home. This house has no air-conditioning. If you are hot natured, you will not be happy here except a few nights . Even with fans, the house was very warm and extremely damp the entire time. The dryer did not work.. It is an older home, so it does show a little bit of wear, but a beautiful location, beds were comfortable, sofas sink badly when sitting. could use a board under the cushions. Would be great for a large family, but again, very hot and humid. Could not use the kayak as it was full of water, nor the bikes, as there was no way to pump up the tires.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard Standke

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Why rent from me:
Owner of 5 homes directly across from Richardson's beach park and 3 ocean front homes in paradise park. I manage these homes personally with my cell number available to all guests. Payments are handled through the security of the Homeaway/VRBO site. Guests also receive information on restaurants, shopping and my favorite places to visit.

Why they chose this property

I stayed as a guest at this house in 2011 and it happened to be for sale. We loved the house and location. We purchased it and that was the start of our rental business in Hilo. We later bought and rebuilt the house next door and two homes 6 doors up the street. We continued to improve this house, clearing out the jungle and planting fruit trees. We also added all the beach toys as this is still the house we stay at when we visit. We come about 4 times a year. Half the time is spent maintaining the homes, but we always do something new. We review all the places we go and include them in Activities on our website (hilovacationhomes.com)

What makes this property unique

Unique benefits:
If you plan on staying more than a couple days, you will have to enjoy the location. If you love the water and especially snorkeling, you will not find a better location. The best snorkeling is in just a few feet of water right in front of the black sand beach. It is like swimming in a tropical fish store. Green sea turtles come to rest for the night in the evening at the rocks just beyond the black sand beach. The water is largely sheltered by the rocks creating a partial lagoon. Yet this house is just down the street from downtown Hilo. Great for quick trips out to eat, shopping and many tourist locations. Review the "location" tab for a list of over 20 great places to see.

Languages:

English

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