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Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House

Keaau vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
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Smart TV, DVD player, books
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Keaau

Seaside stay .At this Keaau vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Hobby Garden Hawaii and 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Pahoa Museum - 20 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden - 21 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 27 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Nicky's Mobile Cafe - ‬10 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.

Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House

Welcome to Hale Kailani, our Sea and Sky House, located on a peaceful half-acre in the Hawaiian Paradise Park community just south of Hilo. This inviting island home offers comfortable indoor living paired with beautiful outdoor spaces, making it an ideal retreat for relaxation and adventure.

The lower level features two bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the upper level boasts a spacious loft-style third bedroom with a ¾ bathroom. The living and dining areas open through sliding glass doors onto a large lanai, perfect for outdoor dining and grilling.

For added peace of mind, the home includes a monitored security system with three exterior cameras. The alarm system will be disarmed during your stay unless access is requested; exterior cameras remain active at all times. A wide selection of amenities and gear is provided to help you fully enjoy your time on the Big Island—from ocean adventures to quiet evenings at home.

3 Bedrooms 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)

Interior Features
3 bedrooms (2 queen beds downstairs, 1 king bed upstairs loft)
2 bathrooms (1 full, 1 three-quarter)
Fully equipped kitchen and dining area for 6
Living room with seating, 55" TV, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth speakers
Washer and dryer
Books, games, puzzles, DVDs, ukuleles, and guitar

Exterior Features
Large lanai with dining and seating
Blaze BBQ grill
Driveway parking
Snorkel gear, cooler, folding chairs, fishing pole, floats, and headlamps
Ocean views with frequent sightings of sea turtles, dolphins, whales (seasonal), and Nēnē geese
Monitored security system with exterior cameras (alarm available upon request)

The Area
Close to Hilo, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, black and green sand beaches, farmers markets, gardens, and ocean adventures
Nearby dining includes Kaleo’s Bar & Grill, Hawaiian Style Café, Ola Brew, Coconut Grill, and The Ponds

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

For bookings made on Hawaii Life and third party booking websites: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

TA-061-367-3472-01

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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
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GE-061-367-3472-01, 150580420000, TA-061-367-3472-01

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Welcome to Hale Kailani House of Heavenly Waters Oceanfront
Welcome to Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House - Oceanfront Keaau
1536-186424

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.2 mi (33-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.6 mi (37-min drive) from Ha'ena Beach and 18.3 mi (31-min drive) from Kapoho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House to downtown Keaau?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi away from Keaau.

Hale Kailani - Sea & Sky House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thara V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible property! Amazing and generous hosts with all the possible amenities and comfort of home. So sad to leave. Hope to come back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
All of our needs were met! Gracious hosts that thought of everything and more. Unparalleled views of the bay! We loved starting our mornings with sunrise views from the deck and ending our days with a glass of wine at sunset
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khoa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing, listening to the rain and the frogs was very enchanting. Extra towels, linens, beach supplies all appreciated. Beds were comfy, couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts were perfect...providing helpful information when needed, but let us have the privacy we needed.The house was beautifully appointed, had everything we needed but the perfect vacation.The views were spectacular! Will be dreaming of this place for the rest of my life!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views, clean home, quiet community. Home was well-appointed, had even more than what we needed or wanted. Definitely need a car, though, since all amenities at least several miles or more away. Overall…Just what we needed!
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

The entire experience was perfect! The location was exactly what we were looking for, not too close but not too far. The house had everything, including an awesome welcome basket. We couldn't have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific

We stayed nearly a month and enjoyed every day. The house is very well equipped, comfy and the view is amazing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Em

Liked: Cleanliness

Hale Kailani

Such a lovely property, we felt so welcome and comfortable. The house has all the little things to make it an easy stay. And all the big things like views, gorgeous landscaping, quiet neighborhood that make is a vacation destination. The weather was amazing, we had clear nights and saw shorting stars. Saw whales and our kids loved hunting geckos in the yard. Dave & Tina keep a beautiful home and know how to show hospitality even from afar. We appreciate their good communication and the house books they left at the home. Hilo is so cool, lots of great beaches, good restaurants and volcanos is close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Weather on the Big Island - great views/wonderful home.

The home is very clean and well laid out. The views from the deck (particularly for whale watching are fantastic. The highpoint of our stay was seeing the lava spewing from the eruption at night. The home is close enough to the park that we could go there twice in the same day just to see if after dark.The best are excellent, the kitchen is well stocked and the place was clean and neat. The owner supplied good directions for shopping and local activities - don't be put off by the 5 mile drive down from the main road - it is worth it when you arrive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Troy, Michigan USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view and home

Though it rained every day, the beauty of the grounds couldn’t be matched! It was relaxing and they had everything we could have needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

We booked this property as it had just the space we needed for our family of four (12yo and 14yo) as we explored the east coast of the Big Island. Living in the country, we are used to traveling 30 mins to things, so it was no sweat for us to travel to go to Hilo or Volcanoes. The house provided all that was promised and more. No complaints at all! Beautiful views, clean, well-stocked home. It was a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location and sunrises

We had an amazing time staying at your home! The sunrises were amazing, even with the daily clouds. This produced various colors for our pictures. The house was clean, easy to check in and the kitchen was well stocked. Thank you for a great vacation and we hope to come back again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F., Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing again!

We stayed at Hale Kailani for a month from Feb to Mar, 2024. This was the second time we stayed here (previously for a month in Jan, 2022) and it did not disappoint. Tina and David are the ultimate VRBO hosts – always available and responded immediately to any questions we had. The house was extremely well appointed and clean when we arrived. The views from the cliff side lanai are amazing and we saw too many whales and turtles to count while enjoying a coffee during the sunrise, or a Mai Tai during the afternoons. The area is quiet and has lots of great areas to walk and is relatively close to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the town of Hilo. We did a fair amount of cooking and found most everything we needed easily at hand… our home away from home. For close by food to takeout, we really enjoyed the Huli Huli chicken at the roadside stand near Paradise Drive and Keaau-Pahoa Road. In the nearby WH Shipman Business Park, you will find the Ma’ona Lunch Counter and the Wailuku Brew Works - not much in the way of ambience, but the food and beer can’t be beat! Thank you Tina and David for allowing us to stay at your Hale Kailani again – if we get back to the Big Island, we will not hesitate to stay with you again. Mahalo!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute paradise

Our stay was just wonderful. The home itself was welcoming and perfectly appointed with everything we needed during our visit. The views from the loft and living/ dining room were so breathtaking. I didn’t notice the large tv in the living room for the first 3 days, the view was that eye-catching. Plenty of space to accommodate our family and friend. We would recommend staying at this home to anyone looking for a relaxed paradise. The neighborhood was nice and easy to navigate, good for a morning walk. We all hope to stay again. Mahalo to our hosts, Tina and David. They were quick to respond to any questions and provided great local recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning

This property was stunning! It had incredible views, was very clean, and the property owners thought of everything we could need. We had plenty of room for our family of 6. We were all comfortable and truly enjoyed both the indoor and outdoor spaces. We even saw a whale right off the back patio on our last day! Incredible! We would definitely stay here again and hope to in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian T., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Hilo Vacation

Awesome private place. Neighborhood quiet and pretty. Hearing and seeing the surf all the time was amazing. My kids LOVED it and we would stay here again if visiting Hilo area. The "no AC" was NOT an issue. Ocean breeze was "natural AC". Kind of a drive to Hilo and Volcanoes National Park but not difficult and worth the view and seclusion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view for a great stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would gladly do it again. Views were gorgeous, neighborhood (people) quiet even on Memorial Day weekend, and the house has lots of thoughtful amenities. My cautions: Stairs are unavoidable, and/or if you want AC for comfort or consistency, this isn’t for you. It rains several times a day and you must close the windows (and leave them closed if you leave the house). The coqui frogs are also quite loud, which we found charming. Others might not. We had one question during our stay, and the hosts were responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay again if we have the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning views

This property was spectacular! Incredible views, tasteful decorations, and comfortable beds. We loved the location and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully well thought-out

Tina and David's place is exceptionally well thought-out. There are loads of little touches everywhere that make it clear this isn't just a side rental project for them--beautiful art on the walls, loads of extra beach towels, umbrellas by the door, a super well-stocked kitchen, a bluetooth speaker, and so forth. Every time we thought "wouldn't it be nice if...", they'd already anticipated the idea. Communication was superb, the location on the cliffs is beautiful (we saw whales every day from the deck), and everything was super-clean. Two thumbs up! Thanks, Tina and David!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness

This house was the perfect escape!

This house had everything we could have wanted. We sat on the cliffs and watched the whales, visited the active volcano, and so much more. You are close to pahoa village and the red road. After visiting various island and towns around Hawaii, this may be my favorite spot. Mahalo for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Great location near Hilo and Volcanoes National Park. Super communication with hosts and easy check-in and out. Well-stocked house and was very private. Would highly recommend if exploring east side of island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean cliff stunner

We loved every part of our stay at this property. The house was equipped with everything you could possibly need. The beds were extremely comfortable and all areas of the house were perfect for both family time and just relaxing with a good book. The loft area was a bit warmer than the other areas of the house but were equipped with extra fans that came in handy. Best part of each day was the sunrise and set just relaxing on the lanai with a cup of coffee. The location is far enough away from the world but close enough if you want to go explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility by the Sea

What an amazing stay! From the lovely welcome basket of goodies to the gorgeous ocean views, this stay had everything! The balcony views were a highlight…we enjoyed early morning sightings of spinner dolphins as well as amazing nighttime views of the full moon. This place had just about every amenity we could ask for. It was a great distance from both Hilo and Volcano and this was a perfect jumping off point for all of our outdoor adventures. Absolutely would stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and fully stocked!

This is a wonderful home to stay in. When I read "fully stocked" in other reviews, I had no idea what they meant until I arrived. There wasn't one thing we needed that we couldn't find in a cabinet or kitchen drawer. It truly felt like we were visiting our friend's home, junk drawer and all! Tina and Dave even provide a computer, which we used to plan our day. The gift basket of soap, cookies, and coffee was wonderful and so thoughtful (and the cookies are fantastic). The views from the lanai were perfect - we saw multiple rainbows over the ocean, and a few nene birds. We spent a lot of time on the lanai, but it does get hot when the sun comes up as there is no shade at all. The house is a bit far from everywhere that you'll want to go, but it is centrally located between VNP and Hilo, which was nice. I don't think that there's any one location on the island where you can stay and not have to drive a lot, as it is definitely a "big" island. We tried to go to Kaleo's Bar and Grill in Pahoa, but they were closed - not sure if that was for the day or the season, but I would call ahead if you go there, as Google thought they should be open. The house is very peaceful and in a quiet location. If you turn off all of the lights in the house and look up at the sky, you can see an infinite number of stars. It's a great place to unwind and enjoy your vacation. Mahalo to Tina and Dave for inviting us into your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022