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The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6

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Aerial view of Richardson's beach park 5 min walk.
Come on in! The upstairs lanai leads into the main living space.
Relax and prep meals in this convenient space.
Welcome to The Nene Hideaway!
6 chairs at the dining table and 4 stools at the kitchen counter

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Richardson's Ocean Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Dryer

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6

The Nene Hideaway is the perfect home for those who seek to be mere steps away from Hilo's fantastic beach parks while not being exposed to a busy beachfront roadway. Richardson Beach Park is a casual 4-minute walk from this home, nestled around the corner on Nene Street, a peaceful, jungle-lined lane. Our home gives you the highly desired yet hard-to-come-by combination of excellent beach access and privacy at the same time. It truly is a gem in the jungle!

Richardson Beach Park is Hilo's premier oceanic park, with fantastic snorkeling, fun surf, and great swimming. It has a rare black sand beach with a lifeguard tower. Honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) and humuhumunukunukukapua'a (the state fish) can often be seen swimming in Richardson's waters. The shores of Richardson blend directly into a half-mile-long stretch of fantastic beach parks with beautiful bay views, nooks and crannies to explore, and sheltered picnic pavilions.

A lovely mile walk (or drive) up Nene Street from the home will take you to another one of Hilo's top beach parks, Carlsmith. Carlsmith is a great swimming beach with a sandy bottom, and honu are frequently seen swimming in the waters. Our home is only 5 miles from various grocery and box stores and Hilo's Bayfront shopping district, where you will find the famous Hilo Farmer's Market, antique and souvenir shops, and incredible restaurants. Hilo International Airport is a simple 12-minute drive. Our home is an excellent base for exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the waterfalls of the Hamakua Coast, and all the lush jungle parks on the windward side of the Big Island of Hawaii.

The Nene Hideaway is a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a lovely lanai for outdoor living that seamlessly flows into the indoor spacious living area and a well-equipped kitchen. On the property, you will see bamboo, hibiscus, banana plants, avocado trees, and other tropical plants. There is covered off-street parking. The home has stairs, which are unsuitable for those unable to do stairs. See the photos below for further details on the home's accommodations.

Book with confidence—this is a licensed, legal vacation rental managed by professionals with decades of local experience. Always double check that you are booking a place that is operating legally in Hawaii - no surprises, just aloha!
STVR-19-365305
NUC-19-1817
TA-002-243-9424-01
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 3210190270000, TA-002-243-9424-01, GE-002-243-9424-01
Property # 4927240
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Hilo

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Keaukaha, a neighborhood in Hilo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness, while Hilo Art Museum and Palace Theater are cultural highlights. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Wailoa Center are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 19 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sakura - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Lunch Shop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6 on Sep 7, 2026 start from $482, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6 located?

Located in Keaukaha, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was very nice in a very quiet area. If you are looking to relax and just unwind this could be the place. Close to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fred J.

Peaceful Jungle Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Peaceful setting but steps away from the most beautiful black sand beach in Hilo. The two floors were perfect for our group, with separate bedrooms and bathrooms. Kitchen and dining room were well appointed, just like home. Relaxing vacay!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2026
Mahalo nui for your review. We are so happy you had a great time, and we hope we can host you next time you visit! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Reservations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilee B.

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

5 star property!

We loved our stay. Property is well maintained and location is ideal. Just a few minutes walk to some excellent snorkeling. The owners were very responsive and attentive. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2025
Thank you, Emilee for taking the time to leave us a review! We love the snorkeling at Richardson as well and that it is only a couple minutes walk from the house. We would love to host you again. Robert & Erinn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Conveniently located

We took a short trip to Hilo to relax and do some touristy things. The accomodations were clean, comfortable, and nicely appointed. We particularly liked the food trucks a short drive away. The location provided wonderful access the many nearby beach parks, and great accessiblity (by car) to downtown Hilo and its environs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 21, 2025
Chris, Thank you for leaving us a review. So glad you enjoyed your stay! Robert & Erinn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alicia h.

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

Wonderful home and location

Very cute cottage like home with great personal touches and great additions. Loved the sweet little cookies and drinks left for us, the towels and beach equipment were also great. Comfortable beds and great yard with greenery
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 18, 2024
Thank you so much, Alicia, for leaving us a review. We are so glad you had a great time in our home. We would love to host you again! Robert & Erinn
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Perfect Vacation House!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing stay in quiet serene place. Everything we needed for our adventures was on hand. A quick easy trip for groceries completed it all. Short beautiful walk to Richardson beach and not far from some great snorkeling with many turtles and beautiful fish. I was even able to look some up that I didn't recognize in books that were provided. We made an impromptu trip at 3am to watch episode 26 erupt! Went spelunking in the lava caves and enjoyed shave ice and malasadas. Wonderful lanai for morning coffee and relaxing evenings. We love the fresh produce on trees in the yard and all the tropical sounds. Hilo Farmers market is a must. Highly recommended and we will definitely be planning our next stay here. Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 8, 2026
Mahalo nui for your review! We are thrilled to hear that you loved your time at Nene Hideaway, and we look forward to hosting you again :-) Warmest Aloha The Salt Water Hawaii Reservations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay at Robert and Erin’s place in Hilo. Every detail was thoughtful, from the shampoo and conditioner available in each shower, to the snacks, to all the beach equipment, to the fully stocked kitchen, to the washer and dryer. There was nothing we needed that they didn’t have. They were quickly responsive to any questions we had. The house itself was perfect for our family of five - the two adults stayed in the bedroom upstairs, and the three kids shared the bedroom downstairs (and bonus-they had their own bathroom!). The neighborhood is quiet and a very short walk to Richardson’s beach. Carlsmith beach, just a few minutes’ drive away, was our favorite though, because that’s where we got to swim with sea turtles. The location was also ideal for all of our adventures - Punalu’u beach and the volcano national park were two favorites. Were we to visit again, we’d gladly stay in this house again. We were sad to leave it!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2025
Thank you so much for leaving such a thoughtful review! We are so glad you loved the home and found all the amenities useful. We try to set the house up so our guests don’t feel like they have to immediately run to the store to buy the basics… we want our guests to ump right in to enjoying the space and the location as soon as they get there. Happy travels and that you for being such a wonderful guest! Robert & Erinn
Verified

8/10 Good

George K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property and very convenient to one of the best beaches in Hilo. The owner is very helpful and responsive to all my questions. I gave four stars because there are missing amenities that are important to me and my family, such as a/c, dishwasher, blackout curtains. We had the fans on all day and night but not enough to cool down the house especially in the afternoon. The heat drained my energy on our first day. The neighbors dog barked a lot on our first night, we couldn’t close the window to lessen the noise because we needed to leave it open to keep the master bedroom a little cooler than the rest of the house. The next morning, we told the owner the noise issue, they contacted the neighbors and there were no more dog barking at night the rest of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2025
Thank you so much for your review and the feedback. We are so glad you thought the house was beautiful and appreciated us as hosts. Our listed amenities do not include air conditioning nor a dishwasher, but we always appreciate knowing what our guests would like to see in our home to make it a perfect place for them to stay.

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Hosted by Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.

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