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Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View

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Exterior
Front Lanai
Living Room
Private kitchen
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Pahoa, HI
  • Place, Hawaiian Beaches Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Lava Tree State Monument
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Twin Futon

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View

If you're planning a vacation to East Hawaii, I'd like to welcome you to stay at the Koholā Hale "Whale House". This two bedroom, two full bath vacation home offers a South East Asian decor with furnishings sure to please.

Located on a street that fronts the ocean, this property features a large lanai with excellent ocean views. Listen to the waves break on the shoreline and watch green sea turtles playing in the surf. During the winter months, October thru March, it's an excellent location to whale watch! With your morning cup of Kona coffee, enjoy a beautiful sunrise on the front lanai. A private lanai off the master bedroom looks over a beautifully landscaped tropical garden that's home to a variety orchids, palms and plumeria trees. The space includes a large cabana. Great for relaxing with family and friends!

Offering internet access and t.v., you'll feel right at home. The kitchen is fully equipped for all your culinary and entertaining needs. A large granite counter provides extra space for entertaining and seating. A beautiful mango wood dining room table seats eight. French doors open onto the large, ocean facing lanai.

The master bedroom includes a king size bed, large closet, and nicely appointed private bath and vanity. The second bedroom hosts a queen size bed and closet. Located in the semi-private den is a full size bed and built-in desk. This den can be used as a third bedroom. This house can sleep up to six comfortably!

With a short drive to the quaint old village of Pahoa, you'll find a local supermarket, gas stations, bookstore, cafe, drugstores, gift shops, surf shop, Post Office and a handful of excellent restaurants; Mexican, Thai, Italian and local fare.

Conveniently located, many sights can be found within a hour's drive. At Volcano National Park you'll be able to see the volcano put on a show for you. At Issac Hale Park aka Pohiki, sink your feet into one of Hawaii's newest black sand beaches. Be adventurous and hike the Puna Trail which leads to a beautiful, seldom-visited sandy beach or visit one of our many botanical gardens in this area. See why this island is nicknamed the "Orchid Island"!

Come stay at the "Koholā Hale"!

Note: No charge for first two children ages five and under. Children ages six and older, additional guest fee applies.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Pack-n-Play and High Chair available
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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

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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number (3) 1-5-087-047-0000, TA-034-272-2560-01, GE-034-272-2560-01

About the neighborhood

Pahoa

Located in Pahoa, this vacation home is by the ocean. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center and Pohoiki are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pahoa, HI

What's nearby

  • Hawaiian Beaches Park - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pahoa Museum - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Lava Tree State Monument - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Kapoho Beach - 22 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 43 min drive - 49.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sirius Hotspot Coffee - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View?

As of Apr 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View on May 22, 2026 start from $185, 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 Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Hawaiian Beaches Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kapoho Beach and Pahoa Museum. Lava Tree State Monument is 10.6 mi (17 km) away.

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. 73 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was available and friendly. I enjoyed our interactions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. There had been some rain storms and the host said there might be some leaking. We kept him posted as to what we encountered.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great oceanfront location for anyone looking for a quiet peaceful stay. A world class front porch for sipping coffee and watching the sunrise. Plenty of room for a larger party, there were only two of us. The host was quite responsive for any needs we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debi r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard was wonderful, easy to contact & informative. The house location was stellar for relaxation & exploration of the Island's east side. The culture, waterfalls, beaches and the Volcanic National Park were all easily navigated . The view of the ocean from the large lanai was breathtaking. A good internet connection, clean, comfortable, beds and home provided all the necessary accommodations. Thank you Richard for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

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

Spectacular View!

Beautiful location easy to get to beautiful surroundings. Really enjoyed our stay! Not air condition, but lots of fans, which were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott h.

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

Great location quiet part of town.

Nice location in a quiet part of town. Nice place good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lokelani K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

View is amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis K.

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

Great views and easy booking

House is very cute and has amazing views of the ocean across the street. Well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay and well out of the way for a quiet and relaxing get away. Not a lot of circulation in the bedrooms leading to warm nights with no ac, but there are plenty of fans in the house to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

All too short

Our stay was cut short by unexpected preexisting damage to the property. Richard, the owner, was amazingly responsive and tried everything he could to fix the situation but ended up having to cancel part of our stay. The property itself is very nice, with a huge wrap around porch ideal for sitting and enjoying cool ocean breezes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

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

Great location, Great Owner

After an initial glitch (which was handled immediately by the owner), we had a terrific time at this property. We are lucky enough to be on the Big Island 2-3x per year, and frequently rent through VRBO. This unit is in the top-2 that we have stayed at. Highly recommend this location and Richard. His communication and responsiveness are unmatched.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Awesome place

We have been visiting this area for many years and always stayed at a cottage that was wiped out by last year’s lava flow. Our first time here and we couldn’t have been more pleased. Beautiful house, great view in a very quiet and safe neighborhood. Richard, the property owner, was very friendly and helpful. We will be returning to this very spot.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ocean View

Can’t beat the location across the street from the ocean. Enjoy sitting on the Lanai every evening listening to the waves and watching the stars. The sunrise was beautiful every day! We took many pictures. We walked every day and felt safe even late day. So much to explore in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

6/10 Okay

Douglas W.

Older but Nice

The house is older but comfortable. The neighborhood is nice, with friendly neighbors, and the view of the ocean across the street is a treat. No air conditioning but breezes kept it fairly comfy. More dishes to cook with and condiments in the fridge would have been nice. Really appreciated the snorkeling gear, cooler and beach chairs. Location was a bit further off the beaten path than we might have liked but it was a nice get-away.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016
Verified

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

No air conditioning

Dishes were dirty
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Michele M.

Great location!

We have stayed in the Puna district before and found this location to be much more convenient. The house was very comfortable and being across the street from the ocean was great- wonderful to be able to watch the December swells moving in! A great, quiet, safe neighborhood- well maintained homes and yards. The house was clean, the bed and linens wonderful. We took the two cruisers out for a couple of spins and being single speeds, it made the hills a challenge, which was exactly what my husband and I like! We also used the snorkel gear on the nearby tide pools- which are only a 15 minute drive away. The owner compiled a comprehensive book of local and island attractions which was very helpful. It is a quick trip into the town of Pahoa and the Island Naturals health food store is not to be missed for incredible people watching, but also has a great ( albeit expensive) selection. My only somewhat negative is that the bathrooms could use new fixtures- especially toilets- but this is a minor suggestion. We had a really nice stay and would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pam & Steve T.

Peaceful, beautiful view, great host!

Very pleased with the house vs. hotel stay. Bed was comfortable. No air-conditioning but not needed at night. It did get humid and warm in the day but we were gone during the day. Full size kitchen, large island, adequately stocked and has a dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator (no-icemaker), toaster, coffee pot. We had coffee and breakfast every morning on the lanai. This house is very nicely landscaped. Snorkels, fins, masks provided and are nice. We only used 1 snorkel but he makes sure they are sanitized. Umbrellas are provided. There are 2 bicycles available but we did not use. Washer and dryer are available with soap. 2 hairdryers (no defuser). Hand soap, t-paper provided but no shampoo / conditioner. He has a suggestion book available for places to see. There are a few games. You can not get in the ocean across the street, but you can walk over to see it. Stop by Walmart for your groceries. There is a grocery store near by but quite a bit more expensive. If no air-conditioning is ok - this is a great place to stay. 2 hour drive to Kona side. Bring walking shoes and a jacket for the night view of the volcano at the Jaggar Museum.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kay H.

Not quite what we expected as maintenance is needed...all depends on your expectations./standards

Some aspects of house are great but concerns we told Richard had excuse for not being done. Loved: the Ocean View from front lanai across st., too bad 3-dead coconut palm trees block it (yard man is off island). Plenty hot water/good water pressure showers, quality thick towels but master bathroom's dark & rug was filthy. Useless tower fan was clogged dirt & air wouldn’t blow thrr til I cleaned it. Hall bathroom large but you had to enter shower over toilet, glass shower doors maybe put in backwards? Toilet had to be jiggled/pulled up to stop it from running constantly, parts under sink but not installed? Kitchen; nice set of matching good dishes & glasses but few kitchen utensils & seasonings, 1 oven mitt, no baggies or foil provided, refrigerator dirty & needed to be wiped out, again blamed on maid but I cleaned before use. Nothing in frig, usually have mustard, ketchup or mayo & only 1 ice cube tray. Kitchen/living area is good sized but you can’t open windows on half of house which is nice for view but limits airflow (trades were missing most of week). Couch & chairs are showing their age & need new foam to make comfortable. TV only in front room & has basic channels. But WiFi use Limited Usage & Slowness would be a problem for most who want to access web for online searches. We couldn’t both be on web at same time because SLOWed like 20 years ago! Beds were comfortable & bedding fine but with only ceiling fan on it was Hot in rooms. Spoke to Richard about heat 1st night said leave doors & windows open. I ask don’t you get Blister Beetles here? He said No but when pressed agreed Yes if you turn on lights or TV. I want some light & do not want to have to close up doors (no screens) lose breeze to avoid blister beetles drawn in (looks like lightening bug) that excretes an acid when touched so need to avoid them landing on you as get huge painful blister immediately! Biggest complaint was maintenance issues like no railings on side porch unsafe, roaches (not big flying kind) infestation, active termites eating house foundation, in walls. When pointing out where I cleaned up dead bugs along wall, He said No that’s termite sawdust but my eyes saw bugs & sawdust. Wood lanai was covered over with cheap tile but its deteriorating under sun/sea salt or was only meant to be used inside? Richard is unable to keep up with all the work that needs to be done to bring this house back to its prior glory & make it a home I would rent again…
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! Thanks for the great hospitality!
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The welcomingThe view was just beautiful the walk the neighbor hood nice quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiao W.

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

Spacious house and peaceful location

I truly enjoyed staying in Richard's house. It is spacious, clean and has everything I might need thoughtfully provided. Inside the house during the evening I can hear ocean waves sounds and birds chirping, very relaxing. I enjoy reading a book at the porch facing the ocean. In the morning I went for a jog toward the south along the sea side, there was a beautiful tropical jungle. And then I drove a bit south along the scenic jungle road I got to a volcanic site, I could feel the heat from below still. I saw Richard when I check out, he is super nice and friendly. I would like to make a note, at the end I enjoyed my stay so much that I was considering to rent a house like this for a few month during this COVID-19 time and everyone work from home or kids join online course from home. Yet, this location is not for you to work from home, the wifi here is slow and has limited band, my cell phone has unlimited data but the reception here is sparse and when I am lucky at a corner I only have one bar. The advantage of limited connection is that I could forget the outside crisis of the COVID19, and truly enjoy a book and the beautiful tropical jungle and the sound of nature. I would highly recommend this house and I hope I will come back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TallChief C.

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

Relaxing to the sound of the ocean near the doorstep

Very pleasant rental across the street from the ocean provides a very relaxing view from the front lanai without getting ocean spray when the ocean is kicked up. The location is very quite, besides the ocean and breeze, with good walking opportunities available in the neighborhood, even an open-space park a couple of blocks away. The house came with everything needed for a convenient stay. The owner was very communicative and friendly, even sending us off with a nice gift. A very personal touch and location we will recommend to friends coming to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadie Y.

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

Idyllic laid-back ocean view rental nestled in a residential neighborhood

Richard’s home was perfect as our home base for an island vacation. Check-in and check-out was easy and smooth. The home was just as described but maybe even more beautiful than expected. We felt more at home than if we had stayed at a hotel or resort. The amenities of home: full kitchen, two bedrooms, wrap-around lanai, parking for two cars and on-site laundry. We were located ten minutes by car from a cute little town and 30 minutes from Hilo. The community was sleepy at night and active during the day. Thank you Richard, we hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Wave watch view

Loved the neighborhood, everyone was friendly. View from lanai was terrific and you could here the waves. Spacious accommodations. We were very comfortable.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mardee M.

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

We had a very wet visit

This house is close to the shore line which allows for a lot of humidity. Lots of fans in this house. Also louvre windows allowing for breeze coming through the house cooling it. Being so close to the shoreline also means getting a lot of ocean spray, which creates filmy windows slightly obscuring the amazing ocean view. Our stay was from Jan 4 - 11. We had rain showers every day. The front lanai was pummeled with wind and rain. The moisture inside the house was impressive. The tile floors got slippery with condensation. Our reason for choosing this house was to experience the wet side of the island in January. We decided that Puna is a bit wet for our tastes. If we had stayed in a house that was back up off the shoreline a distance we think it would have made a difference inside the house (I’m sure); but those rain showers just kept coming down ... That said Pahoa is a most beautiful area with lots of jungle, friendly folks and amazing vistas. Visiting the sites of the most recent lava flow was so interesting. We did have occasion to reach out to Richard. He was most pleasant, answered the phone on the first call and got us what we needed immediately(WiFi access).
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Richard Marston

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I was born and raised in California and moved here 25 years ago. My wife's family is from this area so naturally, we would come here to vacation with our own family. When it came time to retire, we built this house and moved to the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii. We've been on vacation ever since!

Why they chose this property

This house is located directly across the street from the ocean which protects it from some of the strong waves and spray that frequent the area. On days that have tropical showers, we have a covered lanai and cabana with BBQ, perfect to enjoy the outdoors in comfort.

What makes this property unique

You can sit on the front lanai with your cup of Kona coffee and watch the sunrise. On our nice pleasant Hawaiian nights you can sit and watch the silvery Moon come up over the ocean and if you're lucky, you'll be here during whale season, when you can hear the humpback whales bellow and play right in front of your very own home away from home!

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