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Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls.

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 63297 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Honomu, HI
  • Place, Akaka Falls State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls.

Location, location, location!! Due to higher elevation, you can immerse yourself in perfect weather year round. Less than a mile to the famous waterfalls Akakafalls (3 mins), Botanical Gardens (3 mins), Hilo Markets (20 mins), Hawaii Zipline (5 mins), etc. Luxury 3 bedroom, 3 bath, two-story new home on 5 secluded acres with amazing, panoramic ocean and mountain views available from a wraparound lanai. The property has undergone recent upgrades including a leveled driveway and landscape beautification. Private waterfall, hiking, and cool elevation make for a memorable and unique adventures. This property is under new management and has been in business for over 10 years with 200+ ratings at 5 stars.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 3280100290000, GE-161-794-1504-01, TA-161-794-1504-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls.?

As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls. on 12 Apr, 2026 start from S$357, 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 Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Mountain Home by Akaka Falls. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Akaka Falls State Park and Akaka Falls. Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay and host had great communication. Our grandson enjoy the geckos, pray mantis, frogs and more!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Thank you! Happy to hear your grandson appreciated the nature. We'd love to host you again anytime! Mahalo
Verified

8/10 Good

sj s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was neat and clean! Great views and exactly what we were looking for. Definitely pay attention to the need for comfort in driving on unpaved roadways, well worth it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb, 2026
Thank you for staying with us Sarah. We’re happy to hear you had a great vacation. Safe travels! Mahalo.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views, lovely decks to watch the rainbows over the water. Lots of room, comfortable temperatures with fans and everything you need for cooking. I loved seeing the geckos and listening to the birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Thank you for being great guests! We appreciate the kind words. We'd love to host you again anytime you're back on the Big Island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was really beautiful! Had some issues with the electricity/water (no ones fault, just bad luck), but our host and the handyman for the property were very accommodating and tried everything they could to help us enjoy our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We appreciate your understanding and responsiveness throughout your stay. We'd love to offer you an extra 20% off if you ever choose to stay with us again. Mahalo!
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian A.

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

Had fun nice quiet place to get away too

We had a great time very close to everything enjoyed staying there
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime. Safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kris i.

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

Beautiful place and area

The pleasant and quiet home and area were a perfect retreat from the crowds at Merrie Monarch. We had perfect weather and the drive from Hilo was gorgeous. We enjoyed shopping for toffee and jam nearby. Thanks for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2025
Sounds like you guys had a fun trip, thank you for letting us host you. You’re welcomed back anytime, mahalo.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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

Unique and relaxing property

Beautiful views. Comfortable beds. Remote and private location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan, 2025
Thank you Cheryl! Come again anytime, Mahalo.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience! Lived hearing all the wildlife. We got scared the last day because it rained and the uphill parking was very slippery, but luckily nothing bad happened. Great paradise find!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Cozy and relaxing

The property was exceptionally clean and well maintained throughout. The check in instructions were clear and concise, making the entire process seamless. My family felt comfortable and relaxed during our entire stay. We would definitely book this property again and highly recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan, 2025
I’m so happy to hear your trip went well and we were able to provide value to you and your family. You’re welcome back anytime, Mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very unique and fun with the wrap around second level porch/lanai. House was clean, each of the three rooms had its own full bathroom w/ shower. Beds were large. View was amazing and you can hear the waterfall on the property. Check in/out was easy, good communication with the host. The description did not clearly state that the only stairway between the levels was outdoor therefore requires you to unlock the door by keypad when going from one level to the other. This was not a big issue, but was a bit of a surprise. With kids, it was more difficult to enjoy the second level living area while they were in bed. The drive up to the house may require 4-wheel drive because it is steep and was raining during our stay. Was no issue for the rental Jeep Wrangler, but may be for a FWD car. The fruit stand on the way in was great and the coffee and shave ice place in the small town was amazing (check their hours). And the 'Akaka Falls are a short drive away and worth the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We'd love to host to you again, you guys were great guests. I'm sorry you were surprised by our staircase, we have provided photos of every area of the house to be as transparent with guests as possible. And I completely understand your concern about the slope of the driveway (Believe me, we're from Houston, there's barely any hills), however, we've never had any issues with it before and recently had redone excavation and concrete work on it. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed all the amenities in and around the house! We think location is one of the best features of our property. Your welcome back anytime! Mahalo
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole P.

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

A true rainforrest experience

We much enjoyed the views and our family dinners from the wrap around deck. The house has a middle of the rainforrest feel, yet is resonablt close to Hilo and various west coast activities with 2 outfitters aprox 2 miles away. We will missthe rainforrest sounds!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2025
Glad to hear you guys enjoyed the property, you’re welcome back anytime, mahalo.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

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

Great location

The location was perfect, no visible neighbors, views of the mountains and ocean at the same time. Quite. Just everything we asked for.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! I’m thrilled to hear that the location was just what you were looking for. We love sharing this special spot with guests who appreciate it as much as we do. I hope we can welcome you back for another relaxing stay in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Amazing location!

Although our schedule only allowed us to stay for one night, I wish we were able to stay longer! The views from both floors of the property was amazing. There was a private waterfall on the property and the hike to it was so cool! I loved stargazing at night - I've never seen the sky so dark - we could even see the entire Milky Way! And sleeping at night to the sounds of the nature made it feel like we were in the middle of a jungle. The house was a great set-up with the wrap-around deck. Well stocked and had everything we needed. 10/10 would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review! It’s great to hear the house had everything you needed. We’d love to host you again for a longer stay next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful, unique house in serene nature!!

The house is amazing! It is tastefully furnished, comfortable and spacious. The kitchen is very well equipped. The absolute highlight is the porch, where we were waving breakfast and dinner and gather in the lounge chairs, even when it was raining. The sounds of the rainforests, the frogs and birds are exotic and fascinating! This was one of the most extraordinary places we ever rented and we would recommend it to everyone who wants to indulge in Hawaian atmosphere and landscape. Chris is a very helpful host, easy to reach, flexible and supportive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m thrilled that you had such a memorable stay and that the house met all your expectations. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the porch—there’s something magical about dining and relaxing out there, especially with the sounds of the rainforest all around. I’m glad the kitchen had everything you needed and that you found the atmosphere as special as we do. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m always here to help. Thanks again for your kind words and for recommending our place. I hope you’ll come back to experience more of that Hawaiian magic!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Treetop Retreat

We really enjoyed our stay in Honomu. The home is comfortable and well appointed. Sitting on the second floor balcony and enjoying the forest scenery as well as the ocean in the distance was a highlight. The cool air was refreshing and kept the home a comfortable temperature. We appreciated having laundry facilities available and used the kitchen daily. The day geckos were fun to watch scurrying around. At night, the coqui frogs were quite vocal. If the windows are open, one may want to use ear plugs. The sound only bothered one of the four in our group, and the rest thought it was delightful. We used the location as a home base to visit Hilo, nearby waterfalls, beaches, and the local zoo. The Hamakua Toffee shop is not to be missed. While the home is a bit off of the beaten track, that is a big part of its charm. It was a relaxing place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
Michelle you write beautifully! Thank you so much for the review and for being great guests. We’d love to have you back anytime, mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with great views. We loved sitting on the 2nd floor deck and listening to the birds. We had been given an AWD suv with poor tread on the front tires and it was not able to make it up the driveway. The driveway has a pretty good slope and a significant amount of moss on the ground. The day we arrived our car hit the moss and the tires started spinning. Again, I'm not saying this was all due to the driveway. Long story short, the car was stuck on the driveway and the rental company came and switched out the car with a car with good tires and 4x4. We had not issues after that. If we come back to the island we would definitely stay here again but would make sure to have 4x4 just for our own comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Thank you for the review Brad! Hanging out on the deck is one of our favorite things to do at the house. Making the driveway more convenient to drive up is a top priority for us so we appreciate your communication. You’re welcomed back anytime, mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

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

Magical hideaway

We loved our stay at this magical place. The circular design was so interesting, and the 360-degree deck provided spectacular views of the surrounding jungle and even the ocean in the distance. The house sits on several acres and has trees all around, so it feels very secluded. We could hear the birds and other animal sounds at night that made it seem like we were in a jungle.The two bedrooms downstairs are spacious and have their own attached bathrooms. The upstairs bedroom is pretty tiny, but opens into the main living room and kitchen area, so each has its perks. I love the beautiful cedar and redwood construction. The washer and dryer worked great, and we used the grill to make stakes one night.The driveway is very steep. Our minivan made it up without any problem, but it can be slippery if you walk down it. We walked a little ways to the little waterfall on the property. It had rained, so the path was muddy and we had to push some brush aside to get through, but that was fun.I loved eating breakfast on the upper deck while looking out over the gorgeous views in the mornings. So nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2025
Aloha Randy, thank you so much for the review, we’re glad ya’ll got to enjoy all the features of the property. Come back anytime, mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Project H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very serene and beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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