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Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams!

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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Keaau, HI
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪36 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 9 miles (15 km) of Pahoa Museum. Lava Tree State Monument and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 18 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Ha'ena Beach - 31 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 32 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 34 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 39 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pooki's Bakeshop & Deli - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Liquid Life - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Carrisal Cuisine - ‬14 min drive

About this property

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

Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams!

We are pleased to now offer THE HOUSE OF THE FULL MOON on VRBO!!!

Indulge in the serenity that will be yours as you sleep with the sound of singing frogs and crashing waves. Awaken to birds chirping and warm, tropical breezes. Appointed with everything you need in a beautiful, architecturally unique and impeccably furnished, open floor plan home. Whether it be quiet afternoons with a book on the lanai, or days filled with waterfall hikes and swimming with turtles, you will create incredible memories here!

THE SPACE

When you arrive at THE HOUSE OF THE FULL MOON you will first notice the lovely botanical gardens surrounding the property with several types of palms, orchids, hibiscus, and bromeliads.

You will enter through a beautiful brass patina front door into a bright sunroom space with two stories of windows that look out onto ancient pahoehoe lava that flowed through this area 400 years ago and colorful, tropical landscaping.

Ascend onto the main level where you will enjoy a grand, open concept room with comfortable couches, flat screen TV, BOSE surround sound system, and beautiful furnishings.

Sliding glass doors welcome you to the large lanai (porch) that wraps around the entire front of the home offering a birds-eye view of the gorgeous gardens below and the Pacific Ocean out in front of you as you enjoy your morning coffee or happy hour cocktail.

The full-service kitchen is equipped with everything you will need including matching white plates, bowls and cups, glassware, pint glasses, wine and champagne glasses. silverware, pots, pans, blender, toaster, rice cooker, hand mixer, baking dishes and trays, glass storage containers, Brita water filter and more. Basic condiments are provided including ketchup, mustard, mayo, soy sauce and hot sauce. We have a propane barbecue grill at the rear of the property for your use as well.

For coffee and tea lovers, we offer a Keurig hot beverage maker, a French Press as well as a drip coffee maker. We provide a few coffee pods and tea bags as well to get you started.

The dining table seats 6 with a view of the ocean and a large window overlooking the back gardens and palm trees.

The upstairs bedroom has a comfy king sized bed with a sliding glass door to the lanai. There is plenty of space for you to unpack your belongings including a chest with shelves, as well as a large walk-in closet with luggage racks.

The generous upstairs bathroom has an antique Asian sink cabinet and a large, custom tiled walk-in shower appointed with organic green tea- lemongrass shampoo and bodywash as well as Moroccan hair conditioner.

The first floor of the home has an expansive open, cozy bedroom suite with 2 queen beds and a full-sized pull-out couch, 2 chairs and a double wide sliding glass door that leads out onto the main level porch and gardens. There are two very large closets with shelving for all of your belongings. There is a large, new flat screen TV for your entertainment.

The first-floor bathroom also has an antique Asian sink cabinet as well as an amazing, private OUTDOOR SHOWER beautifully made with a lava privacy wall and a custom tile shower with orchids and plants. (No one will see you except one of the many wild canaries on the property or a passerby gecko )

The laundry room is clean and bright with a washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board. Provided are a few laundry pods, dryer sheets and spot remover.

The landing has a large antique desk where you can work in a bright space. Under the stairs we store some beach necessities for you such as beach towels and boogie boards.

The location is special, peaceful and a real escape to paradise. You are close enough for day trips to enjoy all the many offerings of the East side of the island and are secluded in a wonderful neighborhood of friendly neighbors. Enjoy the area and take a sunset stroll through its rainforest wonderment!

GUEST ACCESS

You will have access to the entire house and grounds. The attached garage is for the private use of the owner. For your privacy, the garage will not be accessed during your stay.

OTHER:

We are good neighbors and strictly enforce the required QUIET HOURS from 9:00 pm to 8:00 am during which time the noice from the home shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.

There is no regular trash collection service in this area. Please use the trash cans behind the house that will be emptied after your visit. If you generate an excessive amount of rubbish/recycling during your stay, we kindly ask that you “do as the locals” and dispose of it at the local transfer station which is super easy and fast and right on the way to the airports and Hilo.

Details will be provided. Mahalo for your understanding.

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We collect a minimal cleaning fee that includes cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces between stays. We ask for your support in keeping our fees as low as possible by returning all items to where you found them and respectful and reasonable care for all items in the house.
Unusual and excessive cleaning needs may incur additional fees.

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Hawaii requires tax collection for travel accommodation. We collect taxes and submit them to the state on a quarterly basis.

Transient Accommodation Tax ID # TA-159-753-1648-01
General Excise Tax ID # GE-159-753-1648-01
Registration number
SVTR-19-368948/NUC-19-2004

Property manager

Lorin Ferguson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 150320190000, GE-159-753-1648-01, TA-159-753-1648-01

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.2 mi (36-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! to the beach?

This vacation home is 16 mi (31-min drive) from Ha'ena Beach and 17.2 mi (31-min drive) from Kapoho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! to downtown Keaau?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Hawaiian Paradise Park.

Tropical Ocean View! Escape to the Rainforest getaway of your dreams! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice rental

Overall great rental. Quiet, relaxing stay with ocean view. Very nice lanai, updated property. Walking on beach/lava. Well-stocked kitchen utensils, etc. Would be nice if property was more prepared for arrival - windows opened, porch/furniture setup and cleaned. Did not have extra supplies - trash bags, paper towel, sponges, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Hawaiian getaway

We enjoyed the location of this property in relation to the National Valcano Park, and beaches. The house is very comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meal's. There are only a few restaurants close by. We will definitely recommend this to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025