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Compact full kitchen for your use
Relax on the back lanai
Plenty of outdoor space to eat, BBQ, relax
Eat inside or on one of the two lanais. Comes with a complete kitchen.
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

your own cottage, hear the ocean!



Come make Ka Hale Malie (the peaceful house) your own tropical cottage! Located 500 Ft from the ocean cliffs as the crow flies but not on the ocean. It is located in Hawaiian Paradise Park in Keaau, HI which is centrally located to visit Volcano, Pahoa, and the new black sand beaches of lower Puna (Pohoiki).

The little cottage has one bedroom with a queen bed that has sliding doors to the back lanai (porch) for you to enjoy your coffee or your candlelight dinner. A bathroom with a (purified) rainwater shower. A fully outfitted kitchen with gas stove, full refrigerator, microwave, countertop convection oven/toaster, coffeemaker, blender, new PFAS-free "green" pots and pans and a variety of items for cooking. The attached living room has a vintage rattan couch and chair, a TV, Roku streaming device, a DVD player, a library of over 50 DVDs (island themed!), and WIFI.

The house also has a front lanai (porch) with a table and chairs and a back lanai with an outdoor rattan couch, a table and chairs for dining, 2 bar stools and some "party lights" for nighttime ambiance. The best hang out spot may be the covered carport which has been transformed into an outdoor rec room/tiki bar complete with tables and chairs, a BBQ with charcoal and a charcoal starter (uses newspaper, not lighter fluid, and gets coals going fast), and coolers you may use during your stay.

The cottage is the only property on the 1/4 acre lot to give you privacy. Most days, and especially eves you can hear the crash of the waves on the cliffs, less than 500' away. Within a 5-10 minute walk is the beautiful coastline area where you can take a few chairs (I provide the portable ones in the bag-located under the tiki bar), a few beverages and watch the sky and the ocean. During the humpback whale season you can see and hear whales. Rainbows over the ocean are a common event!

Mahalo (thank you) for considering Ka Hale Malie and should you decide to come the cottage will welcome you!

There are also a few masks, snorkels and fins; beach towels, paddle ball, frisbee, etc. for your use during your stay. If you want an island tour of any size/duration, I can recommend a great tour guide!

Property manager

Kelly Finn

Languages

English
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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 allowed: in designated areas
ONLY outside

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-107-106-5088-01, TA-107-106-5088-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this cottage is near the beach. Lyman Museum and Naha Stone are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 33 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Port of Hilo - 37 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 38 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 42 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 42 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is your own cottage, hear the ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at your own cottage, hear the ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at your own cottage, hear the ocean!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is your own cottage, hear the ocean! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 12.4 mi (20 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 90 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Perfect in all ways

I had the most wonderful stay in this beautiful cottage. The kitchen was amazingly equipped and the bed was incredibly comfy! The back lanai was a place I never wanted to leave and the sweet area next to cottage was a perfect place to hang with my son and family when they came over to visit me. A very sweet neighborhood and I loved falling to sleep hearing the deep ocean roar and the incredible symphony of koki frogs and crickets. I cannot wait to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

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

Perfect relaxation near ocean cliffs

Such a cozy home. Definitely recommend the nearby Shipman Beach (hike through 2 miles of blessed shade to such a beautiful spot!)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill b.

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

Nice Cottage

we had a 5 day great stay April 8th to April 13. Had everything we needed. Went to the local grocery store and bought the food we needed. The outside was beautiful. Had a bar b que with our friends who live in the area. Thanks Kelly
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

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

Great place

Relaxing listening to tree frogs. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie L.

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

Absolutely wonderful

It was quiet and secluded. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Amazing!!!

Fantastic spot, fantastic host. Close enough to be away from everything, and yet far away enough
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

gary s.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location to stay

Great yard and neighborhood for this vacation rental. However inside the rental needs a deep cleaning and new kitchen supplies. Even the potato peeler was broken. The nonstick pans were old and probably have the older unhealthy coating. The furniture on the decks was comfortable but the inside couch and chairs were not.we did enjoy our stay despite these things.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

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

Quiet restful stay in Kea'au

The property contained everything that we needed and more. At night was could hear the ocean waves and frogs. The morning we awoke to the rooster crowing.The cottage was big enough for the two of use to move around without getting in the way of each other. The only thing the cottage could have used was a bit more space for clothes. My wife likes to put her clothes in the drawers, so I got to leave mine in the suitcase, but I am a guy so I am used to that.We saw the volcano erupting, so the whole trip was a success!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony G.

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

Ideal location

This is a great cottage. Small but very well equipped. Not a far walk to the cliffs where we saw 10 or so turtles swimming below. The other direction is a 3 mile hike to a secluded beach. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Coralyn B.

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

Homey, relaxing

Good area to walk in, beautiful plants good location.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

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

Perfect spot

Great place for two. Will rent here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Very private, great for two!

We enjoyed the privacy and space. Had everything we needed! Close drive to a lot of things to do. The Kuamana Lava Tube and Black Sand beaches were our favorite stops.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Sweet Cottage

This little cottage was exactly what we needed for close proximity to family. Owner was easily contacted and very responsive. The yard with birds was enchanting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was as described and exactly what you see in the photos. Ocean close by (to view) and private.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E., Fayetteville NC

Beautiful and very private

Love, love, loved it!!!! If you want privacy, this is the spot! Will stay there again next trip! Mahalo Nui Loa!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sonia B.

Just perfect!

We loved this place. Charming, comfy, enchanting. Can't say enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janine A.

Private, relaxing, one block from the ocean! We would stay here again on our next visit.

The house was exactly as expected. Everything was clean, comfortable and well stocked. The location was private and quiet yet easy to find and close to town. A wonderful neighborhood for walking and whale watching. We especially enjoyed the back lanai.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Millie G., Chapin

great, clean well decorated little place

The place was small, but great for 2 or 3 people. The outside place to eat was very helpful and enjoyable. The kitchen had everything we needed and we really enjoyed our time. A little out of the way, but not too bad. Very quiet and pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Raymond J.

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

Little Cottage

Prefect for a 3 day stay, close to friends. Walked to the cliffs every morning. Beautiful view. 20 minute drive to small grocery store.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Its all about the lanai!

Only slept and cooked in the house, every other minute was sitting on the lanai. First time we stayed at a place that was in a community environment that wasn't on the ocean. We really enjoyed how peaceful and inviting everyone we met were.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

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

Location !

My husband and I stayed for 2 nights; it has a great location where you can take a short walk to view the ocean from the cliffs and has a bit of beach house vibe. Black sand beach and VNP are easy to get to from here among others! It’s a bit dated and eclectic with some cute decor. We especially enjoyed the back deck with some music and wine! Mahalo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Charlene P.

Comfortable house and property

We really enjoyed the small, but comfortable house. Very cozy deck and furniture in the private back yard. A short walk to the ocean and watching the sunrise was memorable. A good supply of kitchen items was very much appreciated. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Shelley S.

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

Quaint little place

The property was as listed. A very quaint place in a great area. Centrally located for those who are off to adventure. Be sure to make sure you have everything before you leave as it is a bit of a drive into town. The house was perfect for my husband and I. A few more kitchen items would have been nice - the price was definitely budget-friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Darlene K.

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

Quiet place in a quiet neighborhood

All is cozy and comfortable. Could us a little updating and it is fairly small. But all and all it was quite relaxing and fit our needs. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

George D.

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

Good use of space, and great location!

Cute little cottage- loved the 3 lanai spaces. Nothing fancy, but comfortable. Bed was comfy, and the kitchen was adequate- we cooked all our meals there, saved some $$! Great neighborhood- quick walk to Paradise Cliffs, and amazing sunrises. No AC, but easy to keep the cottage a pleasant temp all day. Great base- and easy access to the highway, and points of interest. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Finn

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I love the Big Island and especially all its magical places and wonderful culture and people. There is nothing like going for a snorkel in the turquoise waters of the tide pools, followed by wine tasting in the cool air of Volcano, followed by watching molten lava bubbling and glowing in the Halema`uma`u Crater in Hawaii Volcanoes National park! Not that I do that every day!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location, and it is adorable. Centrally located between Hilo, Volcano and lower Puna. The neighborhood is perfect for an early morning walk to the ocean cliffs to watch the sunrise or a sunset walk to enjoy the end of the day sky!
Please keep in mind, Hawaii is a tropical island and we have humidity, geckos, cockroaches and typically they don't come into the house but it is a possibility. Keep this in mind, mahalo!

What makes this property unique

Located between Hilo and Pahoa with easy access to the best of the East side of the Big Island. Plus the cottage is small yet complete. The ocean waves can often be heard from the house and the neighborhood is wonderful for a walk to the ocean cliffs!

Languages:

English