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Historic Guest Cottage • A/C • Pool • 2BR/2BA
Holiday home in Keaau with an outdoor pool
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft
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Explore the area
Keaau, HI
- Place, Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center5 min drive
- Place, Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden5 min drive
- Place, Kilauea Caverns of Fire8 min drive
- Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Guest Cottage • A/C • Pool • 2BR/2BA
Experience the charm of old Hawai‘i in this historic 2BR/2BA cottage (now with AC!) on a former sugar plantation estate. Surrounded by the island jungle and timeless beauty, this serene escape blends heritage charm with modern comfort.
Inside, you’ll find original floors, moldings, trims, and weighted wood sash windows that reflect the craftsmanship of a bygone era.
Enjoy shared pool access, sip coffee on the lanai, or simply relax to the sounds of nature.
We are surrounded by about ten acres of luscious botanical gardens, meadows, orchards, and jungle, preserving its unique plantation ambiance.
It allows you to connect with the charm of a past simpler life, as it used to be a century ago on the Island.
Our estate is rich in island history that dates back beyond the plantation era to ancient Hawaiian legends and fairytales. The land was originally owned by King William Charles Lunalilo. The land was then purchased by the Shipman Family and the main residence was built in 1898 as the home to the Ola'a Sugar Planation Manager.
It was sold by the Shipman Family in the 1980's after the collapse of the Hawai'i sugar industry and has been privately owned since that time. The estate has been featured in books, films, commercials and television shows.
Inside, you’ll find original floors, moldings, trims, and weighted wood sash windows that reflect the craftsmanship of a bygone era.
Enjoy shared pool access, sip coffee on the lanai, or simply relax to the sounds of nature.
We are surrounded by about ten acres of luscious botanical gardens, meadows, orchards, and jungle, preserving its unique plantation ambiance.
It allows you to connect with the charm of a past simpler life, as it used to be a century ago on the Island.
Our estate is rich in island history that dates back beyond the plantation era to ancient Hawaiian legends and fairytales. The land was originally owned by King William Charles Lunalilo. The land was then purchased by the Shipman Family and the main residence was built in 1898 as the home to the Ola'a Sugar Planation Manager.
It was sold by the Shipman Family in the 1980's after the collapse of the Hawai'i sugar industry and has been privately owned since that time. The estate has been featured in books, films, commercials and television shows.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are mostly safety concerns
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on lanai
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place trash in black can behind main residence
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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-079-875-0720-01, TA-079-875-0720-01, 160030850000
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Keaau
Located in Keaau, this holiday home is in a rural area. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Keaau, HI
What's nearby
- Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
- Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
- Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
- Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 20 min walk
- Poppy - 6 min drive
- Fairway Grill - 9 min drive
- The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lisa Potter
What makes this property unique
One of the unique and special aspects of this property is its location. It provides an oasis of peace and quiet in the middle of modern day conveniences.
We are very central to everything, yet very private and secluded, surrounded by acres of garden and jungle areas.
We are very central to everything, yet very private and secluded, surrounded by acres of garden and jungle areas.
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English
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