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Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard!

Apartment in Pahoa with patio

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14' glass doors that open to the lanai overlooking the lava and ocean beyond!
Relax in the comfortable living room
Comfortable daybed for napping and lounging overlooks the swaying coconut trees
Peaceful lanai, ideal for morning coffee/tea.
Wet bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Pahoa, HI
  • Place, Star of the Sea Painted Church
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kehena Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom Area

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard!

Graciously appointed Ocean Temple offers inspiring Pacific Ocean views, sunrises, sunsets, and lava fields spanning for miles across state land, to give you a wonderfully peaceful Hawaii experience that will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated.

Ocean Temple is truly a unique and special place to land in Hawaii! The wild and dramatic setting, beautiful architecture, and luxuriously well-appointed amenities will offer a wonderful vacation setting for you.

A private black sand beach is located a few hundred yards away... a perfect place to enjoy the year round sunrises and sunsets, watch the humpback whales breaching during the winter months, and its a perfect outdoor yoga setting.

This property was once a Buddhist's Retreat Center, and the original home served as lodging for the visiting Rinpoche. We strive to carry on the sacred sanctuary vibe here, and we expect our guests to do the same.

Ocean Temple is 1,100 sq ft, and enjoys an open floor plan (only the bathroom is enclosed). A pair of 12' wide and 10' wide sliding glass doors look out to the ocean and backyard gardens during the day and the star and planet studded night sky at night. From the covered lanai, your day time views are blessed with the blue ocean, organic gardens and coconut trees.

A king size bed with a memory foam mattresses pad, 100% cotton bedding, thick bath towels, gorgeous Mahogany wood trim accents, solid mahogany doors, and expansive picture windows looking out to the natural setting surrounding the property.

You will enjoy listening to the sounds of the ocean day and night! Plus a night sky that is so full of stars and the milk way galaxy.

Ocean Temple is located on the main floor of a 2-story house and is fully contained with its own entrance and amenities. Bali Temple, VRBO #285160, is located on the top floor of the house and is fully contained with its own entrance. Cottage at the Ocean, VRBO# 654541 is located in the separate cottage next door. There is a laundry room off of the house with its own entrance that all guests have access to. Contact me to learn about special rates when renting more than one of these properties at the same time.

All units are ideal for 2 people. Guests come to retreat from the hustle and bustle of their worlds, to deeply relax, recharge, and renew themselves amidst the beautiful natural setting that surrounds us. All guests are asked to maintain this sanctuary environment when on the property.

There are many spectacular local attractions sites to visit during your stay: visit Kehena Beach just down the road, a gorgeous black sand beach where you may be lucky to swim and snorkel with wild spinner dolphins in the morning hours (clothing at Kehena is optional!). Enjoy an oceanside hike at McKenzie state park. Cruise the whole enchanting Red Road, and take in the sights of wild and lush jungle, lava fields, and ocean cliffs for picnics and whale watching. Check out the numerous Volcano Touring activities such as: Volcano National Park, Lava Tree State Park, Lava Hikes, and the Geothermal Heated Hot Ponds.

Experience an abundance of food shopping for the true tastes of Hawaii: Our local farm to table Farmers Markets offer you abundant selections of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, flowers, and unique gift items at either Maku'u Market in Pahoa (Sunday morning), or Uncle Robert's Wednesday Night Music and Saturday morning market, located next to the Kaimu Korner Store (all of your basic needs can be found here, open 7am to 9 pm), located just ½ mile away from Ocean Temple!

In addition to the markets, acquaint yourself with the Island flora with a tour at the Botanical Gardens, sightsee and explore numerous waterfalls, Whale Watch from the lanai, indulge yourself with many dining options in Pahoa and dance it all off at Ecstatic Dance on Sunday mornings at Kalani, and then join the Drum Circle on Sunday afternoons at Kehena Beach. There are numerous Yoga Classes, Pilates Classes, and massage therapists ready to treat you!

Dining options from Ocean Temple are numerous: We have an authentic Ava Bar down at Uncle Robert's, serving up the local and relaxing Kava beverage, with other various food options next door at Uncle's Marketplace. Kalani Honua is 4 miles down the Red Road for grab and go. 8 miles up the road is Pahoa Town, with numerous options in
Thai, Sushi, Mexican, Kaleo’s Bar and Grill, coffee shops, etc. Hilo is 27 miles for many more choices.

When my visitors depart Ocean Temple, they feel refreshed, invigorated, and much more vibrant then when they arrived. The air along our coastline has been measured to be the cleanest in the United States! The lush greenery and scenic coastline areas are inspiring.

I look forward to your visit at Ocean Temple…see you soon!





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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Sea view

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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

Adults only
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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-138-888-3968-01, GE-138-888-3968-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pahoa

Located in Pahoa, this apartment is in a rural area and by the ocean. Mackenzie State Park and Kehena Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pohoiki and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Akatsuka Orchid Gardens and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Pahoa, HI

What's nearby

  • Star of the Sea Painted Church - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kehena Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Pahoa Museum - 22 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Pohoiki Beach - 30 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncle's Awa Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Conscious Coconuts - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hale Aloha At Kalani - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kalapana Night Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪paradise - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard! located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Star of the Sea Painted Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kehena Beach and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center. Mackenzie State Park and Pohoiki are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Nack

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I fell in love with Kalapana/Kehena 20 minutes after my arrival! I have been all over the state, and have found no other place to be so close to the ways of old Hawaiian Living… the people of this community are happy and friendly and the way of life is still relaxed and laid back. There is as much of a social life in the Lower Puna area as any big city!
I fell in love with this property in ’05 and purchased it with the idea of creating a sanctuary to grow old in. Prior to my arrival, this property was a part of a Buddist’s Meditation Center and it was direct oceanfront. In the 1990 lava flow, the property was preserved as the lava swept along the shoreline, taking out the beaches and forming new ones. This newly created land now belongs to the state. There is approximately 300’ of lava between Bali Temple and the Pacific Ocean!
I saw myself living at this property forever, so I renovated it for 2 years in the style I wished to live!
Living on an active volcano on the 2nd largest mountain on the planet (next to Mauna Kea, the other volcano of Big Island) has its benefits…there is a magnetic energy here that many feel to be “Supercharged”, lending itself to the dynamic and creative spirits of our community members.

Why they chose this property

Kaimu enjoys the best weather on the island, according to most Hawaiians. More Hawaiians lived here then in any other location!
Balmy nights, and 45' of rain each year, with sunshine filled days. No air conditioning or heating is needed; I fell in love with Kalapana/Kehena 20 minutes after my arrival! I have been all over the state, and have found no other place to be so close to the ways of old Hawaiian Living… the people of this community are happy and friendly and the way of life is still relaxed and laid back. There is as much of a social life in the Lower Puna area as any big city!

What makes this property unique

A natural setting as dramatic as that which Ocean Temple enjoys is rare. The energy of the active volcano is truly invigorating.
Walking along the coastal bluffs directly in front of Ocean Temple will give you the experience of what Hawaii was like long ago...uninhabited, wild, and sensual, with the 'Techni-Colors' of Hawaii's vivid deep blue ocean and skies, against the jet black lava, white puffy clouds, bright greens of the vegetation, and the sound of the crashing waves you hear all day and all night.
At night, you will be in awe at the number and brightness of the star-lite skies!

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