This hidden gem, nestled amongst lush greenery in Paauilo Mauka, offers a peaceful refuge during your Big Island adventures. Our two-bedroom, garden apartment is situated on the ground level of the historic Main House at Keolamauloa Homestead. With a private entrance, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bathroom overlooking ferns and the pond below, this retreat has everything you need. Each bedroom has a double-size bed, and one includes the soothing sound of a small waterfall outside. A pull-out couch can accommodate an additional 1-2 guests. The cozy living room is stocked with books on Hawaiian culture and botany and includes a propane fireplace for cool evenings.
Please note that the apartment is accessed via a sidewalk that includes several steps, and there are also a few steps inside, including a shower/bath combo that requires stepping in. These features may be considerations for guests with mobility concerns.
Wake up to the sounds of birds in the surrounding native O’hia, Kukui, and Koa trees, relax in our Japanese-style wood soaking tub, take a cool dip in our pond, or lie on the grass under the sun. In the evening, you might enjoy the firepit while listening to tree frogs and crickets and stargazing in the backyard.
Keolamauloa will welcome you home, whether you've taken a stroll in our rural neighborhood, explored nearby Kalopa State Park and historic Honoka’a town, or ventured out to Kohala, Kona, Hilo, or Volcano.
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Property Registration Number GE-082-401-5360-01, TA-082-401-5360-01
Property # 219419vb
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
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
About the area
Paauilo
Located in Paauilo, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Kalopa State Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hawaiian Vanilla Company and WM Keck Observatory. Mauna Kea Observatory and Subaru Telescope are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Kalopa State Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 11.6 km
Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park - 19 min drive - 22.5 km
Getting around
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Ahualoa Family Farms - 10 min drive
Earl's Pa'auilo Store - 5 min walk
Coba - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Garden Apartment w/ Hot Tub on Historic Homestead pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Garden Apartment w/ Hot Tub on Historic Homestead?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Garden Apartment w/ Hot Tub on Historic Homestead?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Garden Apartment w/ Hot Tub on Historic Homestead?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Garden Apartment w/ Hot Tub on Historic Homestead located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Hawaiian Vanilla Company. Kalopa State Recreation Area and Hamakua Country Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Sally Lundburg
Both raised on the Big Island, my husband and I returned to Hawaii in 2003 to help manage my family’s homestead. We had completed our education at the San Francisco Art Institute, and we were about to have our daughter, Kia’i. Our vision was to create a sustainable lifestyle that balanced both work and play, and to raise our daughter surrounded by the vibrancy of nature. Today, in addition to being educators in local schools, we own and operate Manukai Designs, a workshop & art studio located here on our homestead. We produce fine art for exhibition and by commission, as well as bodysurfing handboards made from foraged wood and old surfboards, and jewelry crafted from upcycled surfboard resin. We are lifelong surfers and if we're not working on the homestead or in our studio...you'll find us in the ocean.
Why they chose this property
When my parents found this homestead in Paauilo in the early '80s, they felt it was full of possibilities. Restoring 80-year-old buildings and reclaiming land that was overgrown from years of neglect was daunting, but was a project for a growing family. Today Keolamauloa is a family treasure that continues to evolve.
What makes this property unique
I love living here. Our normal weather pattern mixes sunshine and rain most days. The evenings are cool and sometimes the fog rolls in, or heavy rains pound on our plantation era tin roofs. A great day is to heading to the West side for scorching sun, white sand and coconut trees, and then retreating home to the cool of Paauilo Mauka with its forest overstory, snuggling under blankets and listening to the sound of the tree frogs singing in the evening. The Hamakua Coast is truly magical.
Languages:
English
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