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Outdoor banquet area
Smart TV, DVD player
Smart TV, DVD player
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pahoa, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pahoa

Seaside stay .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Kapoho Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Pahoa Museum. Lava Tree State Monument is within 12 miles (20 km) and Hobby Garden Hawaii is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pahoa Museum - 17 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 47 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Coconut Island Park - 51 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 51 min drive - 29.9 miles
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 56 min drive - 31.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪LaHiki kava bar - ‬15 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.

Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli

This private Pāhoa getaway offers the perfect location for your next Big Island adventure! Surrounded by lush, tropical foliage, this home features a large covered lanai, a fenced yard, a newly renovated kitchen, and even an avocado tree that you can enjoy in season. Explore the nearby cliffs during the day, grill up your favorite seafood dinners on the private gas grill each evening, and enjoy the ultimate in peace and quiet and homely accommodations. Ho'ohauoli is located on a quiet street in the community of Hawaiian Shores, only a few minutes from Pahoa Village's great restaurants, shops, and entertainment and six blocks from the ocean front. The cliffside Kahakai Park is only six blocks away, where you can relax on the lawn, sit along the cliffs, and listen to the ocean waves crashing on the shore. You'll also be close to the historic town of Hilo (22 miles north) and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (44 miles west).

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

no unregistered guest allowed to stay over night.
no partying and loud noise
Do not feed the wild animals especially the PIGS.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We do not provide any crib beds for small children

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

Property Registration Number TA-078-102-6304-01, GE-078-102-6304-01

Property is also known as

Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli Pahoa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.6 mi (46-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi (20-min drive) from Kapoho Beach and 19.4 mi (30-min drive) from Kehena Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli to downtown Pahoa?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Hawaiian Beaches.

Reviews

Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, the beds were comfortable and was it equipped with everything that we might need. The communication was awesome with directions and awesome details. We loved the area and it was wonderful for early morning walks to the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vicki H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The house is in disgusting condition the house is old and not clean or taken care of . Stains on bedding old towels. Photos of house and yard are very deceiving . I booked it for a month and didn’t even spend one night there it was that bad . I had to find a hotel for our first night in Hawaii then found a beautiful condo to stay for the month. Beware of this place !!! Do not believe other reviews this is the truth .
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

J G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in the country. We enjoyed the pigs and the noisy coqui frogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house to stay in for some relaxation on the east side of the island. Location was 30-35 minutes from Hilo, but no problems navigating all around the east side. And there were some wonderful restaurants nearby!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

edgar l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pahoa vacation

Beautiful, avacado, coconut trees in the yard. Surrounded by tropical plants. Easy access to beaches and volcanoe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawntelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Roberts property was exactly what we were looking for. Everything went extremely smooth. From the self check-in process, the helpful information available throughout the home, to the easy peasy check out process. Robert was not over bearing, he sent us one message welcoming us and offering assistance should we need it which I thought was great! I highly recommend Roberts property and I would definitely stay here again.Mahalo Nui, The Laikupu ohana
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome B., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Second time is still a charm

We stayed here for 3 nights and this was the second time we stayed here. The house is amazing and allows visitors to live more like a local than a tourist. The beds are comfortable and the amenities exceptional. The grill was great to cook on and the lanai super relaxing. I didn't think it would be even better the second time but it was!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice space

This was a great space for all of us to stretch out and be comfortable after a full day of exploring. The nature sounds were peaceful and easy to go to sleep to. The lanai was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house!

Overall, it’s a nice clean house, but really there’s no comfortable chair or couch to sit on in the living room to watch the TV. The couches a futon with the springs popping out in the two chairs he had were not comfortable to sit in. Don’t get me wrong I’m a 6 foot three man so it’s hard for me to find a comfortable chair. Overall nice place good shopping center up the street about 5 miles good food at the Black rock Café. Just kind of far from Hilo and lots of traffic to get to it in and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E., Carmichael, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Hikers Hideaway

We came to explore the island trails (hiking and snorkeling) and did much driving (1 to 2.5 hours each way a day) and hiking so our time at the rental was limited to sleeping and eating, showering, doing laundry (a fantastic outdoor sink to clean gear) and using the WiFi (great signal). Everything worked well for our needs. We appreciated the owner’s response time to one of our requests and their generosity in supplying masks, snorkels, chairs etc for our water time explorations. Watching the volcano erupt at Volcano National Park was a highlight of our trip. Many thanks to the owners for sharing their home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prasoon S., Folsom, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very functional and serene getaway

This is a very unique experience we all had. Chirping birds, abundant greenscape, large windows with good cross ventilation, thoughtful amenities throughout. 7 min walk to the ocean. 10 min drive to shopping area. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Jungle Getaway

The home was exactly as advertised. It was a nice place for my wife and I to enjoy some time away. It was a bit further from Pahoa than we expected, and having to bring our own water for drinking was inconvenient, but overall we definitely enjoyed our stay and used the snorkeling equipment.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Molly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small community Home

The house was the perfect size. Definitely needs some updating.... from beds to fridge. No A/C was rough. Yard was beautiful with lots of wilderness and wildlife around to view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landiwati S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rain forest home

Me and my family enjoy to stay at this house, its big and plenty room to accommodate for 5 of us and have 2 bathroom , is clean and the bed is nice and comfy for us also the dining kitchen area it's nice Nice view and the backyard and finally my kids so excited when we see the pigs family.. Good communication with Robert while i have a question to him Definitely be back if i stay at Hilo area.. Mahalo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Becky E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not so clean

The area was ok and the lanai was lovely. It was nice to have 2 bathrooms. It was very warm and there was an off putting smell in the house. We took pictures of the less than clean bathrooms and some other areas. If this had been a hotel, we would not have stayed, but we felt stuck having booked the place for 6 nights. Our second vrbo for the second half of the trip feels like a breath of fresh air.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous property.

We stayed 5 nights, the home was lovely, had everything we needed plus more. Great communication with the owner. Good location for exploring the whole island. Thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the verandah enjoying the breeze, view and sounds around us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shay V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing retreat away from the crowds

We had a relaxing time away from crowds of thousands purists at this home. There is a nice shopping area a few miles away and Hilo is a 30 minute drive with the big city feel. This home was situated between the volcanoes and the waterfalls with some nice swimming places in Hilo. Lovely out of the touristy way, vacation. Feel like an islander.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A convenient location for our stay on the Big Island, the new shopping area was excellent for groceries if we decided to cook at the house and the location to Volcano National Park was awesome. The house was well stocked with everything that we needed and the communication from the owner was second to none as he checked in almost daily to make sure that we were satisfied with everything. We would stay again if we ever visit Hawaii's Big Island. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sheri C., Saukville Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable property with a great yard!

We enjoyed a wonderful stay...particularly the rear deck where we had our meals and utilized the provided gas grill as well as enjoyng our morning coffee surrounded by wildlife. The property is an older one and has many pluses and amenites, however, it could benefit from some updating. It is well located, easy to explore Pahoa from this base. Thank you for sharing your home .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

DeAnna C.

Vow renewal and Second Honeymoon

I’m finally getting around to writing this review. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home had everything to meet our needs for a honeymoon and vow renewal. We had a little kitten that visited us each day, chickens that woke us each morning, and even a few visits from wild boars. The house is dated and could use some deep cleaning as it had a weird smell for the duration of our stay. The hosts were very responsive, and we loved being in Pahoa, away from all of the tourist. We were able to drive around the island every day. There is a beautiful park with spectacular cliffs and photo opportunities a short walk away. Definitely take advantage of it. Thanks for great memories.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grandma’s well worn 1980’s house

We arrived to find the house closed up and very warm, hot actually. Outdated, worn out countertops with gunk around the old sink. No dishwasher and BIG roaches in the silverware drawer. All of it just felt like going to grandmas house… a year after she went to a home. It was 8pm and 72 outside, 90 inside. No A/C in the 3 bedrooms, stifling to others before us apparently , floor and window fans provided minimal relief. All of the home feels old. All that being said, we spent most of time at the house on the lovely back porch. The new, clean grill was used daily. Proximity to Volcanos National Park is a 30 minute drive, the back yard is lovely, but adjoins another home that cancels out its privacy due to its location deeper on its lot.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Thisvwas a perfect get away for us. Private enough for us to feel away from the city and close enough that we coukd get everything we needed. The sounds of nature at night wisked us away from our mainland stresses by the very first night.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luc P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A truly peaceful place in the rainforest

Un endroit super, reposant et bien situé. Une terrasse très agréable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Getaway Spot

We found the property to be a good base for exploring the east side of the island (Hilo, volcano national park, etc) property has everything we needed for a nice stay. Be sure to go to the property before you go shopping as there is a variety of dry goods, bug spray, toiletries, snorkeling gear and such that you may not need to purchase. Robert was attentive as a host, checking in to make sure we had everything and that we had no issues. Thanks for a great holiday stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very special place for us, because of the feel of the property was just amazing. This place is definitely a must stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023