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High on the Hamakua Bluffs, This is Hamakua Pukana La Hale
High on the Hamakua Bluffs, This is Hamakua Pukana La Hale
Backyard Buddha
High on the Hamakua Bluffs, This is Hamakua Pukana La Hale
Open Concept Living/Dining/Kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Papaaloa, HI
  • Place, Hakalau Beach Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, World Botanical Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Zip Isle Zip Line
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast

Welcome to Hamakua Pukana La Hale – A Brand New Vacation Rental!

This beautifully decorated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located on a private acre parcel along the Hamakua Coast just north of Hilo! This brand new vacation rental home with ocean views sleeps 7, max 4 adults and 3 kiddos. The landscaping and grounds are spectacular, featuring a 6 foot tall Buddha and meditation space as well. The French doors open to allow those trade winds to fill the home. No air conditioning needed here! December – March is whale season, and you’ll have a front row seat for all the whale activity that you can possibly take in.

The kitchen is large and easy to work in and of course has all the amenities that you will need to cook up those scrumptious island meals. The master bedroom with its en-suite bath, king size bed, private ocean view, screened in lanai is the perfect escape after a long day of sightseeing. The first guest room has a queen bed, and the 2nd guest room has a bunk bed for the younger kids with a full on bottom and twin on top.

From this convenient location, explore old Hilo town with its great farmers market and historical museums and must see stops. Also discover beautiful Akaka Water Falls Park and the Old Mamalahoa Highway, the original highway built back in the 20’s that took you from Hilo town to the beautiful horse country of Waimea.

From the house, you’re only a short 20 minute drive to the south to Hilo (many beach parks and snorkel spots here), 20 minutes to the north to Honokaa town, Waipio Valley and from there just another few minutes to the beautiful white sandy Hapuna Beach.

- Ocean Views Galore!
- 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7 – Max 4 adults and 3 kiddos)
- Beds: King, Queen, Bunkbed (Full & Twin)
- Big Screen TV
- Full Kitchen
- All Cooking Utensils
- Microwave
- BBQ Grill
- Washer/Dryer
- High Speed Internet
- DVD/CD Player
- Linens/Towels Provided
- Lanai
- Great Snorkeling Close
- Many Restaurants Close
- Kilauea 45 min.
- Hilo 20 min
- No Smoking
- No Pets

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

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Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

STVR-19-361199
NUC-19-1501
TA-011-051-1104-01

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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About the area

Ninole

Located in Ninole, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Umauma Falls and World Botanical Gardens are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and Onomea Tea Company Estate. Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Papaaloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Hakalau Beach Park - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • World Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Zip Isle Zip Line - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 20 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laupahoehoe Farmers Market - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast?

As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast on 11 Jul, 2026 start from S$247, 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 at Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home with Ocean Views Along the Hamakua Coast located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 6 mi (10 km) of Umauma Falls and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing space.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The directions were great and the host provided them in advance. There was a smoke detector that went off twice early in the morning and the host had the maintenance man come out that day to resolve the problem. The house was as described and clean. We’d stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shauna M.

Sunrise vistas

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: this house was our home base for 6 nights as we explored the east coast of the big island. it was comfy with plenty of space, and the deck was amazing for watching sunrises.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and peaceful!Very comfortable place to stay. Great kitchen space, nice beds, and a great view!Love the giant Buddha in the back garden.We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

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

Wonderful stay

Cute home with views of the ocean from the front porch. We saw pigs and beautiful birds in the yard. The property and plants are serene for a getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

We loved our home base

It was amazing to have a comfortable home while out exploring the island! We are from Georgia and had a brief panic when we realized there was no air conditioning, but were impressed with how pleasant the house quickly becomes with open windows. It was a great stay - I wouldn’t change a thing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2021
We are glad all was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We appreciate this feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rey O.

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

Beautiful Hamakua

We rented this lovely house for a family wedding. Property was clean, perfect for family dinners and easy to childproof. Views of our beautiful Hamakua are stunning from this location. Was all around just perfect for our grown children and grandchildren. Mahalo nui loa
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Memorial ceremony

Easy to rent. Good location. Would have like kitchen towels and dressers. Otherwise all very lovely.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2021
We are glad all was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We appreciate this feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Connie F.

Nice, private place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an enjoyable time here. The location was easy to get to and a centralized location. We had some problems with the internet, but after unplugging and replugging the problem was solved. Our only complaint is that we were unable to get cell phone service while at the house. This is due to the location of the property, not the owner's fault.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2022
Mahalo for staying with us, we look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jayna J.

Peaceful 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: The location of this rental is surrounded by greenery. It's on the rainy outside of the island so do expect some rain. Everything you need is provided. The beds are comfortable and the linens are clean. The washer and dryer was very convenient. The host was quick to respond when we tried to contact them. Grab groceries before you head here it's about 35 minute drive from Hilo. The drive to Kona is beautiful. If you plan to do activities I would book a couple in one day, due to the driving time. Beach supplies were also included which was very nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2022
We are so glad to have hosted you on your vacation and that you enjoyed your stay! Mahalo for your review, this truly appreciate your feedback! Mahalo Nui Loa, Hawaii Life Vacations.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Juneku K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Misleading Picture of the House

First of, the picture listed of the house is NOT the actual house. Positives: Location was nice with good distance/access. View from the house was beautiful. Spacious for 7 people. It was nice to have washer/dryer. The Hawaii Life folks were responsive.Negatives: completely misled with the pictures of where the house is relative to the area. Bit dirty; lots of dust/dirt on kitchen counters. No cell signal; make sure you have call over wifi active, otherwise make sure to have the email for Hawaii Life rep to communicate. House needs a bit of updating; no instructions on some of the outdated features (incl shower) so it took effort to figure out how to operate. Wouldve been nice to have more toiletries; 2 tiny bars of soap for 7 people is ridiculous. Biggest issues was the moldy smell of the entire house (incl bed).. Would not stay at this location again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martin and Leeann M.

Lovely View From the Hamakua Coast

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view from the lanai and living room is awesome. We could easily see over the first tier of homes. Quite close to the highway, but noise wasn't a problem. The beds were comfortable, kitchen well-appointed, plenty of towels and beach accessories. The furniture is nice (just wish there was more of it in the living room). Very close to Akaka Falls, but about 20 minutes from Hilo. The mosquitoes are horrible--come prepared with deet! Also, not enough laundry or dish soap is provided (rather silly, considering what renters are paying). The single story layout was perfect for my 85-yr-old mother, although she did note a lack of grab bars. I do recommend this home, but you'll enjoy it more if you're prepared!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2023
Thanks for you review! Overall glad you enjoyed your stay with us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Krista H.

beautiful home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home was incredible. The view was outstanding, it was like something you dream of. Highly recommend. Pros- The view!Very well maintained Comfortable furniture Lots of beach accessoriesBeautiful screened in lanai for when the mosquitoes get too hungry Amazing yard Great for familySecluded and quiet Great property manager and attentive ConsNo grocery store close by - unless you go to the country market which does not open until 10. A bit hard to find, especially in the darkWater pressure was iffy. Had to call twice for it to be fixed, but they have a very nice guy on staff to fix the problem. No dishwasher, which was a problem during the low water pressure times. No wine glasses - (issue is now fixed as we bought some from target and left behind! :) )Coffee pot could be upgradedOverall the cons we felt were very minimal things (except the water but hopefully they fix the problem!) It is a little far from everything so expect to drive- the flipside of that is that it is a beautiful drive! Our favorite close-by spot was Laupahoehoe beach park (10 min) and Waimea Town (30min). Our suggestion is to get groceries before arriving to the house if you can, each big store is about 30-40 min drive. Be sure to pack a sweater because you’ll want to watch the sunrise from the lanai but it can feel a little chilly!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback as we are always looking for ways to improve. We are so happy you enjoyed the place and your vacation. Thanks for being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

micheal jordin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhea J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EVERYTHING was great. Lots of room for family. Loved that the closet was full of beach gear. Super grateful for the opportunity to have stayed here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA KAHULU M.

Merrie

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were overall very happy with this home. It was comfortable, clean, had sufficient amount of amenities, and the TV was SMART - so a few latest technologies were included. The home was a bit out of the way for us, as the reason for the trip being our attendance at the Merrie Monarch festival in Hilo, the description and directions to the home were very accurate. My only comment, which is strictly personal, is I would choose other accent decor...the tikiʻs, tribal masks, and little coconut figurines kind of weirded us out from a local perspective. Again, only personal opinion. Otherwise, Hamakua Pukana La Hale was a lovely vacation getaway! Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

We loved our accommodations.

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: We loved our accommodations. Everything about the house was up to my expectations. Beautiful morning sunrises over the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON H.

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

Nice location - secluded with nice views of the ocean.

Great house. A little warm during the day, but we were out of the house most of the time - cools off nice in the evening. House is a little far from many of the tourist activities (this is both good and bad - really quite area). 35-40 mins to Hilo, a little over an hour to Hapuna Beach. Nice kitchen set up - used everyday for breakfast and some dinners. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2022
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We greatly appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob T.

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

Very Relaxing

Rental was as advertised. It had all the supplies we needed to have an enjoyable stay. View is beautiful. Beds were comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2022
Mahalo for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Cozy clean in a quiet area

Really enjoyed the area we were in north of Hilo, and everything was supplied to us in the property, which was cozy and clean. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the place and your vacation. Thanks for being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

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

We have stayed in a few places on this side of the island. This is the first place that felt like h

Nice and quiet, clean, nice place to stay. My son just wanted better WiFi.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2021
Mahalo for staying with Hawaii Life Rentals! We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation and stay! We appreciate your feed back and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Hawaii vacation house 2020

Good location, nice view
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
William we are so happy youenjoyed the location and views at our property we hope to see you again in the near future.   We greatly appreciate your review as well!
Verified

8/10 Good

Eugene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A pretty good place but somewhat pricey; lots of Highway 19 noise during the day. Some repairs were

Renting the property was easy. Some repairs were carried out in response to our reports of problems. They did not fix door screens which were broken.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thank you, Eugene, for your review. We apologize that there were issues on your arrival. We tried to address them as best as we could, but unfortunately, as I explained, the screens are special order and the owners are going to take care of those when they come in a few weeks. We hope you had a wonderful time otherwise.
Verified

8/10 Good

Shayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

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