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Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2102.2 sq m
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Pahoa, HI
- Place, Star of the Sea Painted Church14 min walk
- Place, Port of Hilo48 min drive
- Place, Volcano House60 min drive
- Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom Area
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Ocean Temple: Oceanfront, A/C, 500 ac.State Land in Backyard!
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-138-888-3968-01, GE-138-888-3968-01
About the area
Pahoa
Located in Pahoa, this apartment is in a rural area and by the ocean. Mackenzie State Park and Pohoiki reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Akatsuka Orchid Gardens and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

Pahoa, HI
What's nearby
- Star of the Sea Painted Church - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Kehena Beach - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
- Pohoiki Beach - 22 min drive - 20.9 km
- Port of Hilo - 48 min drive - 60.2 km
- Volcano House - 60 min drive - 85.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Uncle's Awa Bar - 11 min walk
- Behind the Bamboo - 11 min drive
- Ono Korean Bbq - 14 min drive
- Uncle’s Kitchen - 11 min walk
- paradise - 13 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
28 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Dianna W.
5 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dianna W.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Rick T.
28 March 2026
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Rick T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Deirdre S.
21 March 2026
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Deirdre S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Stacey S.
3 February 2026
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Stacey S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Alexandre K.
19 December 2025
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Alexandre K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Benjamin T.
20 October 2025
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Benjamin T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
P N.
11 April 2026
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P N.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Josh M.
27 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great oasis getaway!
Josh M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Ray J.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Island
Ray J.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jan P.
13 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jan P.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
David
6 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
David
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Krista A.
12 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Krista A.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good
Stephanie B.
11 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool house and amazing views




Stephanie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
LAMONT N.
17 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
LAMONT N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Viorica C.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Viorica C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Melody S.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon Getaway
Melody S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Brianna C.
25 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brianna C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Amy A.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED this place!
Amy A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brooke P.
21 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to get away!
Brooke P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Douglas P.
29 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Douglas P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
5 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful escape
Kim A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Paul B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ed B.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay.
Ed B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chloe H.
28 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chloe H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Rachel Nack
I fell in love with Kalapana/Kehena 20 minutes after my arrival! I have been all over the state, and have found no other place to be so close to the ways of old Hawaiian Living… the people of this community are happy and friendly and the way of life is still relaxed and laid back. There is as much of a social life in the Lower Puna area as any big city!
I fell in love with this property in ’05 and purchased it with the idea of creating a sanctuary to grow old in. Prior to my arrival, this property was a part of a Buddist’s Meditation Center and it was direct oceanfront. In the 1990 lava flow, the property was preserved as the lava swept along the shoreline, taking out the beaches and forming new ones. This newly created land now belongs to the state. There is approximately 300’ of lava between Bali Temple and the Pacific Ocean!
I saw myself living at this property forever, so I renovated it for 2 years in the style I wished to live!
Living on an active volcano on the 2nd largest mountain on the planet (next to Mauna Kea, the other volcano of Big Island) has its benefits…there is a magnetic energy here that many feel to be “Supercharged”, lending itself to the dynamic and creative spirits of our community members.
I fell in love with this property in ’05 and purchased it with the idea of creating a sanctuary to grow old in. Prior to my arrival, this property was a part of a Buddist’s Meditation Center and it was direct oceanfront. In the 1990 lava flow, the property was preserved as the lava swept along the shoreline, taking out the beaches and forming new ones. This newly created land now belongs to the state. There is approximately 300’ of lava between Bali Temple and the Pacific Ocean!
I saw myself living at this property forever, so I renovated it for 2 years in the style I wished to live!
Living on an active volcano on the 2nd largest mountain on the planet (next to Mauna Kea, the other volcano of Big Island) has its benefits…there is a magnetic energy here that many feel to be “Supercharged”, lending itself to the dynamic and creative spirits of our community members.
Why they chose this property
Kaimu enjoys the best weather on the island, according to most Hawaiians. More Hawaiians lived here then in any other location!
Balmy nights, and 45' of rain each year, with sunshine filled days. No air conditioning or heating is needed; I fell in love with Kalapana/Kehena 20 minutes after my arrival! I have been all over the state, and have found no other place to be so close to the ways of old Hawaiian Living… the people of this community are happy and friendly and the way of life is still relaxed and laid back. There is as much of a social life in the Lower Puna area as any big city!
Balmy nights, and 45' of rain each year, with sunshine filled days. No air conditioning or heating is needed; I fell in love with Kalapana/Kehena 20 minutes after my arrival! I have been all over the state, and have found no other place to be so close to the ways of old Hawaiian Living… the people of this community are happy and friendly and the way of life is still relaxed and laid back. There is as much of a social life in the Lower Puna area as any big city!
What makes this property unique
A natural setting as dramatic as that which Ocean Temple enjoys is rare. The energy of the active volcano is truly invigorating.
Walking along the coastal bluffs directly in front of Ocean Temple will give you the experience of what Hawaii was like long ago...uninhabited, wild, and sensual, with the 'Techni-Colors' of Hawaii's vivid deep blue ocean and skies, against the jet black lava, white puffy clouds, bright greens of the vegetation, and the sound of the crashing waves you hear all day and all night.
At night, you will be in awe at the number and brightness of the star-lite skies!
Walking along the coastal bluffs directly in front of Ocean Temple will give you the experience of what Hawaii was like long ago...uninhabited, wild, and sensual, with the 'Techni-Colors' of Hawaii's vivid deep blue ocean and skies, against the jet black lava, white puffy clouds, bright greens of the vegetation, and the sound of the crashing waves you hear all day and all night.
At night, you will be in awe at the number and brightness of the star-lite skies!
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