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Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli

Pahoa vacation home with kitchen

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A group of people in traditional attire with headdresses, gathered in a natural setting with dense foliage and a stone wall in the foreground.
A living room with a brown sofa, two wicker chairs, a patterned table, and a ceiling fan.
A lush garden with diverse vegetation, including palm trees and ferns, and a statue in the center.
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a grill, and a wicker sofa.
A room with two wicker chairs, a table with a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pahoa, HI
  • Place, Hawaiian Beaches Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lava Tree State Monument
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pahoa

Seaside stay .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Hawaiian Beaches Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Pahoa Museum with a stay here. Lava Tree State Monument is within 12 miles (20 km) and Star of the Sea Painted Church is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hawaiian Beaches Park - 8 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Pahoa Museum - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Lava Tree State Monument - 20 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 40 min drive - 27.1 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 45 min drive - 29.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Marzo's Country Sports Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬13 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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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.

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.

Tropical Forest Retreat Near Ocean - Ho'ohauoli Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JenMamo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this property...Beautiful, all amenities included...The host is amazing.I would definitely return...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Demian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great, home was great, neighborhood is nice. Very smooth & easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dennis g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host checked in to see if we were doing well. House very comfortable. Quite neighborhood.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple, clean comfortable house in a great location. We truly enjoyed our stay. Mahalo.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house, great neighborhood. Kitchen fully stocked. It was a fun surprise to see the pigs running across the backyard!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

J G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the country. We enjoyed the pigs and the noisy coqui frogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

secora m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome little house in a quiet neighborhood. Has everything you need and more. Owners are very good at communicating. We loved our stay and will want to rebook as soon as we can come back to the islands!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

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

A great place to stay!

We absolutely loved Robert and Lina’s place. Comfortable in size, well equipped kitchen, a fantastic back deck and a location convenient to the southern part of the island. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tony Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House is fully furnished with a well-stocked kitchen in a quiet and comfortable neighborhood. The location is somewhat inconvenient — most places of interest are going to be outside lower Puna (including groceries), but there is only one major road in and out of the area, which gets busy during rush hour. We appreciated the lanai on the house, which was enjoyably breezy (especially with the stocked mosquito coils to avoid getting bitten) when the main house got hot mid-morning. We (as Californians) found moisture management quite important in the damp weather on the Hilo side of the island, frequently opening windows and using the fans in the unit to avoid the "damp" smell you can otherwise get.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was great for us. The temps were cool and the fans and open windows were sufficient. We did not cook in the home but it looked to be equipped for anyone who does. The lanai was very peaceful and a great place to have your morning coffee or to wind down in the evenings. The owners were very responsive with the listing and all information was communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

edgar l.

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfy home, nice lanai, friendly neighbor cat who visited daily but was well behaved. Thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is very good and quiet. The neighbors are friendly. The amenities are as described. We felt very comfortable.
a great terrace
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brody A.

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

Family reunion

Came over to meet island family. Great trip and the house was the perfect base to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerome B.

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

Solid Place to Stay

This property is exactly as advertised. It is a little of the beaten path but sitting on the lanai is very relaxing. We made steaks on the grill and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARCO P.

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

Perfetct quiet palce

In the middlw of the island in a total silence with local food dealers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn W.

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

GARY G.

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

Halfway point between Volcano Park and Hilo

Affordable home with three bedrooms and two baths makes it convenient for a Family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany V.

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

Amazing Time

This home was a home away from home! Super comfortable, easy access, less than 2 minutes away from a nice sea cliff you can take photos at. Really enjoyed staying here, the owner was very easy to contact if we needed anything and responded very quickly too. 100/100 will definitely be traveling here again in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerome B.

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

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

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