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Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm - Pineapple Cottage

Family-friendly cottage in Hakalau

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Watching the sunrise over the ocean, from the hanging bed, is a favorite.
Your fully equipped cottage.
Pineapple Cottage, come and make yourself at home.
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Sunrise in your rocker is a highlight for many guests!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 466.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Hakalau, HI
  • Place, Akaka Falls
  • Place, Akaka Falls State Park
  • Place, Umauma Falls
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm - Pineapple Cottage

Opened for guests in 2010, the original HULILI FARM COTTAGE (pronounced who-lee-lee) has welcomed so many wonderful guests that it became time to enable more people to enjoy the farm. Introducing Pineapple Cottage! Please check out our reviews for the original cottage (listing #269536) and our new Treehouse (listing #4108089) to see which cottage best suits your needs.
Guests rave about the 'SWEEPING, UNSPOILED, TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY VIEW' in every direction! The sun and moon rise over the ocean as you watch the wonders unfold from your comfy rocking chair OR swinging bed on the lanai. Birdsong is the beautiful sound track on this private farm located at the end of a dead end country road. Relax as you walk through the orchards and please, sample the when it is best!
The COTTAGE is bright, clean, and newly furnished with all you will need. The master suite offers a KING size 'sleep number' bed with dual controls for firmness. A FULL size futon is inside, and outside on the LANAI is the QUEEN size 'HANGING BED'. (This bed has become a favorite with our guests, who sleep, nap, read and talk while swaying in the breeze, taking in the beauty.) Walk-in shower and pedestal sink in the cottage bath. Laundry facilities, with all supplies, are available for our guests and just steps away from the cottage.
Behind the cottage is our citrus grove, where lemons, limes and oranges can be found in abundance, while the lychee orchard drops off in front of you. There’s almost always a stalk of “apple” bananas hanging on the lanai, and don’t forget the pineapples growing along one side. Bring some groceries and you are ready to settle in.
We encourage you to take the time to read our 160 FIVE STAR REVIEWS for our original listing. They paint a true picture of their stay at Hulili Farm. Here is seclusion, peace and quiet on a tropical farm 'paradise'.
The ultimate guidebook: 'HAWAII, THE BIG ISLAND REVEALED' is in the cottage for your use while exploring.

While most guests come to the farm to get away from their busy lives, for those who still want to maintain some connection, we have recently updated our internet and now offer fiber-internet on the farm. But we won’t tell your boss that!

Have fun!
Our Aloha,
Todd and Madeleine

This is a hosted property.
Hawaii Tax ID: W26075590-01

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
Property Registration Number GE-050-892-1856-01, TA-050-892-1856-01

About the area

Hakalau

Hakalau is home to this cottage. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Palace Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Akaka Falls State Park and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider World Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium.
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Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hakalau Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Zip Isle Zip Line - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 28 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 33 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Ed's Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Hive - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Shark’s Coffee Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪What's Shakin' Smoothies - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm - Pineapple Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm - Pineapple Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm - Pineapple Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm - Pineapple Cottage located?

This family-friendly Hakalau cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, World Botanical Gardens and Zip Isle Zip Line. Hakalau Beach Park and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Wonderful location and stay

Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sephra S.

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

Wonderful

It was such a beautiful and peaceful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh F.

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

Laid back, lush retreat

We were two couples visiting the Big Island for 10 days: 4 nights at Hulili Farms, 6 nights at Mauna Lani condos. At Hulili Farms, one couple stayed in the Pineapple Cottage while the other stayed in the Treehouse. We gathered nightly on the lanai of the cottage for tropical drinks and simple meals. Day trips included Volcano National Park and Hilo. A highlight was the Hawaiian Botanical Garden followed by lunch at nearby Pi’ilani Kitchen. A Pineapple Cottage highlight was the outdoor hanging bed - falling asleep to the sound of frogs, waking to rain and birdsong The hosts, their dogs, the chicken, papaya eating geckos, and Frankie the duck made our time at Hulili Farms a delight!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Z.

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

A great stay on Hawaii’s East Side

A beautiful, quiet, comfortable cottage, and accommodating, thoughtful hosts. Nuff said!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob & Cindy S., Lombard, IL. USA

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Amazing!!!

The location is perfect, remote enough form the city for solitude. The views are amazing and the hospitality can’t be beat. We would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES S.

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

The perfect Hawaiian getaway

Beautiful view of the ocean from the cottage, well maintained, full amenities including well stocked kitchen, use of washer and dryer, peaceful, close to a wide range of activities (beaches, ziplining, botanical gardens, volcano national park, planetarium, shopping, restaurants, etc.). The hosts are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

30th Anniversary getaway

Everything was amazing!! It was even better than was described in the listing. The hosts were super friendly and quick to respond if we needed anything. If we ever make it back to the Big Island this is where we will stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachariah W.

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Lovely Spot

Such a great space- I could spend the rest of my days on that porch. I recommend it unreservedly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve o.

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

Nothing could be better

Perfectly situated for comfort, privacy and outstanding vistas. No doubt you’ll want to return again and again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C., Sammamish, WA

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

Paradise

What an amazing piece of property! The cottage is spotless and has lovely views, a peaceful setting and such kind, welcoming hosts. We can’t wait to return to this special place. Thank you for sharing this slice of heaven with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

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private cottage

We enjoyed out stay at the pineapple cottage. It was clean and had everything we needed for our short stay. The pictures are accurate. We were amused by all the animals and birds on the property. It was very peaceful and private. The view is breathtaking. The property is located only 20 minutes from Hilo. We would definitely rent this cottage again and will highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

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Indoor/Outdoor

This is a fantastic little retreat. We stayed for 4 nights and slept on the outdoor floating bed every night. What a treat! The owners are lovely and there if you need them. It’s going to be hard going back to sleeping inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

A little slice of heaven!

What an incredible property and the hosts Madeleine and Tod were amazing! Very kind and super knowledgeable. We fell in love with our little cottage and the property. We were lucky enough to be able to sample longon fruit right from the tree. Delicious! Also played with the chickens down a little farther on the property. Very quiet and peaceful. We couldn’t have picked a better place to spend our anniversary! Also very close to Hilo and so many things to see. Highly recommend this awesome place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

What a great experience!

My husband and I are not big on staying at condos with people all around, and when I saw this place on vrbo, I thought, this really fits the bill! The fruit farm is beautiful. Standing on the lanai, you look out at fruit trees, with the ocean in the distance, not another house in sight. The grounds are perfectly manicured, and the lanai is a wonderful place to have your morning coffee while the cute little geckos scurry around in search of their morning meal. We loved the hanging bed! We didn’t sleep there at night, but we spent many an afternoon just relaxing and reading while taking in the views. Todd and Madeline did a wonderful job designing and remodeling the cottage. We marveled at the care taken to design a place with numerous little decorator touches, and making an old tractor shed into a lovely, comfortable vacation cottage! The cottage was also very clean, the bed comfy, and plenty of towels and linens. Madeline and Todd were wonderful hosts, bringing us fresh fruit, and quick to respond to any of our questions. We would stay again, and recommend to anyone wanting a truly unique experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

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

Stunning view and swinging day bed = 😍

Todd and Madeleine are amazing hosts and were very responsive to any and all questions. There were fresh muffins and fruit when we arrived. The Pineapple cottage was stocked with many essentials in the fridge, pantry, and throughout the kitchen. There was even a charcoal grill with instructions and supplies. The swinging day bed on the lanai looks out onto the most beautiful view and watching the sunrise was amazing. The cottage also had movies, games, and books available. Laundry was available with all supplies needed. They have really thought of everything. The Pineapple cottage is truly a gem and we loved starting our honeymoon trip there. We loved the day geckos who visited us for breakfast on the patio. It is about a 25 minute drive to Hilo, so make sure you buy groceries if you are not trying to eat out for every meal. They will bring you a compost bucket upon request. They even have fruit trees on the property that you are able to pick from. We missed the lychee fruit so I guess we will have to come back one day. Todd and Madeleine, thank you for sharing your incredible farm property with us. We loved everything! Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A., southern california

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

Paradise on a lychee farm

Many times a vacation rental property is just a place to rest at night before heading out to see all of the local sites, but sometimes you get lucky and find a place that becomes a part of the vacation itself. That is definitely so with the pineapple cottage at Hulili Farms. From the moment we arrived, we were enchanted with the beautiful surroundings and the myriad of sounds that we heard coming from all of the animals. My wife and I have stayed at hundreds of places around the world and independently of one another decided that we definitely have to return to this oasis on the big Island. Just sitting out on the lanai in the rocking chairs and watching the sun come up or go down is an experience not to be missed. Our two children loved eating lychee straight from the tree and exploring the grounds to see what else they could find. Todd and Madeleine live right on the premises and are ready to assist you at a moments notice. We were able to speak with both of them while we stayed there and I think they make a special effort to talk to all of their guests to find out how everything is going. We enjoyed seeing many of the things that Hilo and the surroundings have to offer during the week we stayed there, but one of our favorite parts was getting back to our cozy little cottage in the afternoon so that we were able to spend some time sitting out on the lanai. The hanging bed is a must do for a nap or even a full nights rest. Our kids slept out there on a few different occasions and really loved being able to hear the frogs, geckos, birds and everything else. Just an amazing experience for them. We cooked almost all of our meals at the cottage, and the kitchen is very well equipped. The king size bed in the master bedroom is one of the most comfortable we’ve ever slept on. I could go on and on, but suffice it to say a stay here is an experience not to be missed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peyton G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this secluded cottage, would hightly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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Sunrise, Sounds, and Secluded

We enjoyed the beautiful ocean sunrise sitting on the lanai while watching the birds fly from tree to tree. The sounds of frogs and birds abound in this lush environment. The cottage is well appointed and meets all your needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arielle F.

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

Slice of heaven!

This place was perfect. We slept on the hanging bed every night and it was so peaceful. Waking up naturally to the sunrise was so refreshing and we felt incredibly well rested every morning! This is a must stay place in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela O.

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

Paradise!!

Where do I start…this magical cottage is amazing! From the personalized welcome sign to the hanging bed on the lanai this place left us feeling relaxed and not wanting to leave. The sound of frogs at night serenaded us to sleep and the bright sun and birds chirping woke us up in the morning. Walking through the lychee orchard was such experience. Lucy & Molly were a great welcome commitment! If you love dogs you will not be disappointed. Madeleine was great at communicating before our stay and during our stay. She even let us know when Kilauea was erupting so we could get there quickly! This gem of a place is off the beaten path and we loved it! If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of tourist this is the place for you! If ever come back we will be staying here again!
Sunrise
Sunrise with Geckoes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley W.

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Most relaxing vacation ever

My husband and I had the most enjoyable stay at the Huilili Farm. The Pineapple cottage was so comfortable, and had everything we needed. Both the inside bed and the outside hanging bed were super comfy. It took a lot of will power to get out of the hanging bed on the lanai to go sightseeing. We enjoyed visiting Akaka Falls and the town of Honomu and its eateries, as well as the Hakalau trail (if you are concerned about bugs—mosquito repellent was effective). The lychees and stargazing at night were just two of many memorable highlights. Thank you, Todd and Madeleine, for sharing the farm and for the most relaxing getaway ever!
Relaxing on the lanai hanging bed and bird watching
All thoughts of sightseeing may be abandoned once you try this bed
Juicy lychees outside cottage
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

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Cozy hideaway

This property strikes a rare balance: reasonably priced, well-located, and thoughtfully maintained without excess or pretense.The views are lush, the space immaculately clean, and the hosts both warm and unobtrusive. Practical touches such as on-site laundry, overhead fans, and a Sleep Number bed (more curiosity than necessity) made for an easy stay. Nighttime breezes kept the temperature comfortable.We had no issues with bugs — just a few charming geckos lingering outside. The only real misstep was the futon, which was all but unusable as seating.As a base for daily excursions, it was ideal. The experience was seamless, understated, and quietly memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianna and Charlie L.

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

Amazing special spot.

The hosts are gracious and very welcoming. If you’re looking for that intimate, indoor outdoor big island experience, this might be the place for you. Very peaceful and an excellent place for meditation or grounding with the Hawaiian lands. Take the time to slow down and really soak it in Mahalo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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Peaceful and perfect

Just as described, very nice, serene
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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Amazing Stay

The Pineapple Cottage was the perfect peaceful spot. Amazing sunrises and a great view. The porch was awesome and the outdoor bed was so nice during both the sunshine and the rain. The hosts were kind and helpful, and they have a couple of friendly dogs you can play with if you're missing your own animals back home. The farm is very pretty and you have free rein to stroll around. We had all the amenities we needed in the bathroom and kitchen, including cookware. We're so pleased we chose to stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Madeleine Loewen

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Todd and Madeleine Loewen are the caretakers and cottage keepers here at Hulili.
A full time farm, Hulili grows tropical fruits called longan (lawn-gone) and lychee (lie-chee) on a large scale, however there are also many other fruits that grow on the farm throughout the year. There are appx. 8 acres in orchard. The remaining acreage holds house, barn, cottage and an enormous 'front yard'.

Why they chose this property

We were delighted with the 'end of the road' location, and the undeveloped, unspoiled view of the ocean and surrounding country. The 500 foot elevation means better view and pleasant breezes. The land has a gentle slope toward the orchards and ocean. The surrounding open spaces land makes it seem as if we are on hundreds of acres.

What makes this property unique

There is the feeling of being the only people on the island. With such privacy and space, we enjoy outside living morning to night! Mornings on the lanai as you watch the sunrise over the Pacific are incredible, as are the evening sunset colors and moonrise. We have less rain than Hilo and enjoy tropical trade winds that keep us cooler in the summer than in town.
Beautiful awe-inspiring location and a short drive from all that the Big Island has to offer, make for a perfect vacation!

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English, French

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