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Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach

Vacation home near Port of Hilo in Hilo

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A wooden boardwalk through a dense, green forest.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and a large island with stools.
A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a ceiling fan.
A beach with palm trees, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a glass table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1499 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Richardson's Ocean Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hilo

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Keaukaha vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 16 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Rainbow Falls - 19 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Island Candies - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ka Lihikai - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach

Barefoot Beach House is located directly across the street from Richardson Beach Park, Hilo's premier beach. The house was built in 1938 and was once the area's post office. It is now a beautifully updated and fully furnished cottage perfect for your dream vacation. The beach is so close you don't even have to put your shoes on to walk there!

Richardson Beach Park is Hilo's premier oceanic park, with fantastic snorkeling, fun surf, and great swimming. It has a rare black sand beach with a lifeguard tower. Honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) and humuhumunukunukukapua'a (the state fish) can often be seen swimming in Richardson's waters. The shores of Richardson blend directly into a half-mile-long stretch of fantastic beach parks with beautiful bay views, nooks and crannies to explore, and sheltered picnic pavilions.

​A lovely mile walk (or drive) from Barefoot Beach House on Kalaniana'ole or the less busy Nene Street will take you to another one of Hilo's top beach parks, Carlsmith. Carlsmith is a great swimming beach with a sandy bottom, and honu are frequently seen swimming in the waters. Our home is only 5 miles from various grocery and box stores, as well as Hilo's Bayfront shopping district, where you will find the famous Hilo Farmer's Market, antique and souvenir shops, and incredible restaurants. Hilo International Airport is a simple 12-minute drive. Our home is an excellent base for exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the waterfalls of the Hamakua Coast, and all the lush jungle parks on the windward side of the Big Island of Hawaii.

Barefoot Beach House is a welcoming three-bedroom, two-bathroom home great for families or small groups. The large, window-lined living and kitchen area has charming detail work, including a brick fireplace and coffered ceilings. It is a wonderful place for everyone to enjoy meals and hang out with the beautiful backdrop of the jungle and Richardson Beach Park out your windows. The lanai is the perfect spot for relaxing or checking out the surf. On the property, you will find a natural fish pond, various tropical fruit trees, and a nice grassy area for the kids to play on. The home's driveway can fit up to three cars. The house is single-floor living but has five steps up to the front door. Laundry machines and an array of beach toys are available for your use. See the photos below for further details on the home's accommodations.

Book with confidence—this is a licensed, legal vacation rental managed by professionals with decades of local experience. Always double check that you are booking a place that is operating legally in Hawaii - no surprises, just aloha!
TA-002-243-9424-01
STVR-19-365196
NUC-19-1795

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,499 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA-021-648-2304-01, 3210190040000, GE-021-648-2304-01

Property is also known as

2624-277763

Frequently asked questions

How close is Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Richardson's Ocean Park and 2 mi (10-min drive) from Onekahakaha Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach to downtown Hilo?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi away from Hilo.

Barefoot Beach House at Richardson's Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with snorkeling right across the street! Hosts were very responsive - the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home

A great home- perfect for our elders to stay in. Everyone really enjoyed the place and took daily swims across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FANTASTIC in EVERY way!!

beautiful home--excellent care from hosts--wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home itself is in a prime location, Derek was so helpful & very concerned during the storm that passed through, I would recommend this place in a heartbeat, thank you so much for allowing visitors to occupy your beautiful home, thank you...The Sharps
Across the street of rental property
Volcano national park
Across the street from rental
Across the street from rental property
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay in Hilo. The home was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. There was plenty of space for everyone, and the property provided a relaxing and peaceful setting for our time on the Big Island.The kitchen was well-equipped and the location was convenient for exploring Hilo and the surrounding areas. Everything we needed for a comfortable family vacation was available, and the check-in and check-out process was smooth and straightforward.Because the property is located across from a beach park, there was some road and neighborhood activity noise at times. However, we visited over Memorial Day weekend, so the area was understandably busier than usual. The convenience of being so close to the ocean and park amenities was a definite plus.We made many great memories during our stay and would recommend this property to families looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay while visiting Hilo.Mahalo,Kayla Kossi
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweetest home with everything you need!

The most thoughtful home! It was perfect for our family. It had everything you’d need (and likely would have forgotten on a trip). They had accessories for our 5 month old (bathtub, playpen, etc.). Our 4yo loved the beach right across the street and the pond. Safe yard & neighborhood. Would love to stay here again. Thank you Robert and Erinn!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Best Beachfront House

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: Such a wonderful home and an exquisite location to spend our vacation. The house has everything we needed to thoroughly enjoy our stay, was perfectly clean, and was so beautiful inside with lovely decorations. Across the street is the most amazing beach park. The snorkeling was so fun, the corals were lovely, and we even saw turtles! The black sand beach was a first for us, sand blue we want to see more.Definitely a wonderful experience. The hosts were very helpful and so friendly. We really cannot say enough about the home and our stay. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

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