Experience Big Island aloha from your fully outfitted vacation rental house in Kaʻū, Hawaiʻi's southernmost district.
** Punaluʻu Beach (black sand, 14 mi)
** KaLae (South Point)/Papakōlea Beach trailhead (green sand, 12 mi)
** Volcanoes National Park (40 mi).
Recharge back at your comfy 2-bed/1-bath homebase with expansive coastline views & starlit nights. Grill out on the cozy lanai, or prepare meals in a well-equipped kitchen. Pick fruit when in season.
** The space:
Nestled on a peaceful half acre near the little town of Naʻalehu, Palaoa House is a comfortable homebase from which you can explore the entire island!
Inside, you’ll find a well-stocked kitchen with all the basics (salt, pepper, oils, and spices, coffee, tea) and a few other essentials.
Two queen sized beds with fresh linens offer a comfortable night’s sleep.
Fast wifi, games, TV w/ Roku, binoculars to scan the coastline, and local books.
Outside, unwind on the spacious lanai, and enjoy the sounds of nature, the gas grill, and the coastline views. Seasonally, you can find bananas, guavas, mangoes, and papayas growing on the property. Keep an eye out for our resident ʻIo (Hawaiian hawk).
Slow down, skip the crowds, plot your adventures, and soak in island life at Palaoa House!
** Sleeping Arrangements:
Primary Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed
** Home Features:
Full Kitchen, Dining Table, Deskspace, Full Bathroom, Bedroom Ceiling Fans, On-site Laundry, Outdoor Seating, Books, TV + Roku, Games
** Outdoor Living:
Covered Lanai w/ Outdoor Loveseat & Rocking Chair, Gas Grill, Coastline Views, Garden with Seasonal Fruits, Guava, Banana, Mango & Papaya
** Kitchen:
Cooking Basics, Spices, Oil, Dishware, Flatware, Bakeware, Oven, 4-Burner Stove, Full-Size Refrigerator, Cookware, Outdoor Gas Grill, Drip Coffee Maker, French Press, Coffee Bean Grinder, Tea Kettle, Microwave, Rice Cooker, Toaster, Blender
** Includes:
Free High Speed WiFi, Linens/Towels, Beach Towels, Cooler, Ice Packs, Coffee, Complimentary Toiletries, Washer/Dryer & more!
** Parking:
Driveway Parking (Max of 2 Vehicles)
** FAQ:
No Smoking, No Pets, No Events, Steps Required for Entry
** Guest Feedback:
“We loved everything about this place; the view,the lush garden, and the well appointed home. Josh has attended to every detail.”
Jean - January 2024
"This was one of the best I've ever stayed in. for the price it was a great value. the owners attention to detail was incredible the place was stocked with everything you needed probably the best I've ever stayed in."
Dan - February 2023
"It was a most unique experience. I loved the secluded nature of where we stayed. Definitely not a touristy feel, felt like one of the locals."
Jeremy - July 2022
** Other things to note:
The state of Hawaiʻi collects a Transient Accommodation Tax of 10.25% and Hawaiʻi County has a Transient Accommodation Tax of 3%.
Rate includes GE tax (4.5%).
Registration number: STVR-19-358549 NUC-19-1030